Prior versions of Drupal had a clunky ordering and placement interface, but this new option is much more efficient and direct.

以前版本的Drupal的排序和放置界面比较笨拙，而这个新选项更加高效。

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Honesty and brevity, meanwhile, combine to produce direct and high-impact communication while giving the impression of being forthright, efficient and selfless.

真诚而简洁，能给人带来直接、有效率、无私的印象，这样就能产生传递直接而影响力大的沟通效果。

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The greediest home device along with the washing machine is the fridge.Make sure it's as efficient as possible by keeping it out of direct sunlight and away from the oven or heater.

和洗衣机一样位列“最贪婪”家电的就是电冰箱了。电冰箱要避免太阳直射，远离微波炉或火炉，尽量保证它的工作效率。

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Engines are getting more powerful as they get more fuel-efficient, thanks to turbochargers and direct-injection fuel systems.

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One pathway, known as the ventral route, is direct and efficient: We see a group of letters, convert those letters into a word and then directly grasp the word's meaning.

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Lowe's is now planning to supplement its TV and newspaper marketing pitches with more efficient direct-mail campaigns.

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