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as in activity
energetic movement of the body for the sake of physical fitness
often the television addict's greatest attempt at exertion was switching channels on the remote control
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as in effort
the active use of energy in producing a result
the number of blueberries that we were finding was hardly worth the exertion
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Recent Examples of exertion
Daily massages are included in each program, and much of the retreat's appeal comes from the contrast between exertion and restoration.
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Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2026
People with postexertional malaise, the worsening of symptoms following even minor physical or mental exertion, may be at a higher risk for adverse effects from the therapy, Faghy and Putrino point out.
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Clarissa Brincat,
Scientific American,
1 June 2026
Your brake pads and rotors will also feel the negative effects of this exertion, as you will be forced to do more full-force stops.
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Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
1 June 2026
There are common sounds that accompany the struggle to bring contemporary ballet ideas to life — the clack of pointe shoes against the floor, heavy breathing from collective physical exertion and counting out loud.
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Marcia Luttrell,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
5 June 2026
People with postexertional malaise, the worsening of symptoms following even minor physical or mental exertion, may be at a higher risk for adverse effects from the therapy, Faghy and Putrino point out.
—
Clarissa Brincat,
Scientific American,
1 June 2026
Your brake pads and rotors will also feel the negative effects of this exertion, as you will be forced to do more full-force stops.
—
Molly Burford,
Southern Living,
1 June 2026
There are common sounds that accompany the struggle to bring contemporary ballet ideas to life — the clack of pointe shoes against the floor, heavy breathing from collective physical exertion and counting out loud.
—
Marcia Luttrell,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exertion
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The poll includes more than 600 winners in nearly 170 categories in six areas — Arts & activities, Home & garden, Food & drink, Lifestyles & shopping, People & media and Personal services.
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Paja’s group also organizes drawing and coloring activities for children during the protest, so that willing parents are able to join.
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A bit of a surprise here, as the Warriors were reportedly shopping the 11th pick in an effort to bolster their roster with a win-now player.
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The search stems from a years-long effort by authorities to revisit information connected to Mansfield, whose family lived on Centerwood Avenue in Hernando County.
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The couple's Jeep Compass was still running and the fan was on high, however, the air conditioning wasn't working, according to authorities.
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In turn, sleep quality, which physical conditioning directly supports, governs how effectively a leader's prefrontal cortex manages complex trade-offs and scenarios under pressure.
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In addition to the fear of deportation, the ruling puts thousands of immigrants at risk of losing their work authorization and their jobs, according to a Haitian-American journalist.
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While the artist’s work resonates with audiences around the world, Miami’s deep Caribbean and Latin American cultures, central to the city’s identity, may allow many visitors to connect in a deeper way.
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Maintaining fitness through practices like cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and adequate sleep is crucial for combating decision fatigue, managing stress, and sustaining peak performance over a long career.
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The Nike Air Force 1 Low has taken on denim and patent leather uppers separately, and now a material exercise is somehow combining both at once.
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“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exertion. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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