efficiency

noun

i-ˈfi-shən-sē How to pronounce efficiency (audio)
Definition of efficiencynext
as in efficacy
the power to produce a desired result the proven efficiency of meditation in reducing stress within the company's workforce

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Recent Examples of efficiency Some of the heaviest hitters in the president's orbit don't have West Wing offices, including cabinet secretaries such as Commerce's Howard Lutnick and government efficiency aide Elon Musk, who has an office in the EEOB. — Jennifer Jacobs, CBS News, 21 Mar. 2025 Over the last half-century, numerous defense contractors merged and acquired one another, often escaping scrutiny by promising efficiencies that will result in savings for US taxpayers. — Ars Technica, 21 Mar. 2025 The reduction last Tuesday came after 124 employees across FSA took buyout offers from Elon Musk’s government efficiency team, according to an internal list obtained by USA TODAY. — Zachary Schermele, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025 Artificial intelligence is transforming the underwriting landscape by dramatically increasing speed, accuracy and efficiency. — Andrew Curtis, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for efficiency

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“Efficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efficiency. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.

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