He said it would take months to prepare the warships and soldiers for such an effort.

VOA: special.2009.08.06

But a similar effort in the United States, the world's biggest economy, could take years.

VOA: special.2009.01.30

It describes a job that does not take much effort.

VOA: special.2009.06.07

Saudi Arabia has led an effort to protect those most vulnerable to the deadly virus, placing limits on those who want to take part in the Hajj pilgrimage later this year.

VOA: standard.2009.08.09

Administration officials say the CIA will continue to take part in interrogations, but that an FBI official will direct the effort with oversight by the National Security Council, which reports directly to the president.

VOA: standard.2009.08.24