They put that dubious distinction on hold with a fierce effort.

With a fierce effort of will she took herself in hand and began to prepare breakfast.

Jerichau had to make a fierce effort not to join in.

With a fierce effort, Milos fought down his urge to turn and run.

The unworkable planning proposal is a product of their fierce efforts.

A fierce sustained effort after years of not using her full power.

Damon's voice was hard; he kept it that way with a fierce effort.

It took a fierce effort to get her back on her mental feet.

He is widely expected to win, despite - or perhaps because of - the party's fierce efforts to discredit him with public attacks.

Producing a clear singing voice demands a fierce collaborative effort by the body.