English

effort

ˈefərt, ˈef.ɚt, ˈɛfət, ˈɛfɚt
Meaning: strenuous attempt, exertion, or hard work
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈef.ɚt, ˈɛfət, ˈɛfɚt

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Example sentences

She made a great effort to finish the project on time.
She made a great effort to finish the project on time.
This project will require a lot of time and effort.
This project will require a lot of time and effort.
She made a special effort to be on time.
She made a special effort to be on time.
It took a supreme effort for him to finish the marathon.
It took a supreme effort for him to finish the marathon.
The project required an enormous amount of time and effort to complete.
The project required an enormous amount of time and effort to complete.

Usage Notes

Refers to the physical or mental activity needed to achieve something. Common collocations include 「make an effort」 and 「worth the effort」.

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