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   Effort , n. [F. effort, OF. esfort, for esfors, esforz, fr. esforcier. See Efforce.]
   An exertion of strength or power, whether physical or mental, in performing an act or aiming at an object; more or less strenuous endeavor; struggle directed to the accomplishment of an object; as, an effort to scale a wall.
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   We prize the stronger effort of his power.
   Pope.
   
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   (Mech.) A force acting on a body in the direction of its motion.
   Rankine.
   Syn. -- Endeavor; exertion; struggle; strain; straining; attempt; trial; essay. See Attempt.
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   Effort, v. t. To stimulate. [Obs.] “He efforted his spirits.”  
   Fuller.
   
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