effort (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɛfərt/
Definition
The use of physical or mental energy needed to do or achieve something.
Examples
She put a lot of effort into her presentation.
Winning the championship required tremendous effort from the whole team.
He made little effort to hide his disappointment.
How to Use effort
- effort to do something (prepositional phrase)
- The energy used in trying to achieve a goal. — "She made a great effort to understand the complex instructions."
- effort in something (prepositional phrase)
- The energy used in relation to a specific activity or area. — "His effort in the community garden was remarkable."
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