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a very serious and thorough effort Mike has been making a determined effort to save money.
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a determined effort, usually made by several people working together We made a concerted effort to make all our deadlines this week.
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done by two or more people I couldn't have done it on my own - it was truly a joint effort.
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done by a group of people The manager congratulated the sales force on their mignificent team effort.
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a brave effort in the face of great dificulty Meena has made a valiant effort to keep up with work despite her illness.
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attempts requiring a lot of effort or energy Strenuous efforts were made to prevent the story from reaching the papers
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make an attempt that is worthy of admiration Although Kerry didn't succeed in breaking the record, he gave it his best shot.
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They made several abortive attempts to climb the mountain.
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I'm exhausted - I am not used to so much physical exertion.
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It was a hard slog making my thesis finished on time but I made it.
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(informal) a lot of effort with no certainty of success It’ll be un uphill struggle persuading the boss to make the changes you want.
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listen to If you follow our advice and heed our warnings
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be rewarded we guarantee you will reap the rewards of your efforts
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sure to fail Those who ignore our advice tend to find their career is doomed to failure
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rely on don't pin your hopes on good luck
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been proved successfull over a long period of time Our methods have stood the test of time
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Mass unemployment is believed to be the root cause of the riots.
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Virus is a primary cause of this type of cancer.
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It would take time for the reforms to produce the desired effect.
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Delays to flights have had a knock-on effect on departures.
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ill=bad Children are not expected to suffer any long term ill effects.
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Makes others feel angry and unhappy. If teachers show favouritism, it breeds resentment.
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caused people to suspect The photo prompted speculation that she may be pregnant.
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caused to be no longer used Email has rendered the fax machine obsolete.
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make sth start to happen You can set the wheels in motion by filling in this form.
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cause a lot of damage to This wind will wreak havoc with my flowers.
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informal, make angry or upset It is enough to drive anyone crazy.
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cause serious problems The strike could spell disaster for the country.
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There must have been some compelling reason surely
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He must have known there'd be dire consequences.
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