exertion
noun
ex·er·tion
ig-ˈzər-shən 
: the act or an instance of exerting
especially
: a laborious or perceptible effort
Examples of exertion in a Sentence
He was panting from the exertion of climbing the stairs.
an easy sport that requires little physical exertion
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When officials issue air quality alerts, people should limit their exposure to the wildfire smoke, reduce exertion, and keep an eye out for potential symptoms, like coughing or shortness of breath, Brown and Czarnecki advise.
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Chantelle Lee, TIME, 15 May 2024
The physical exertion probably weakened my immune system.
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Chantelle Lee, TIME, 15 May 2024
The physical exertion probably weakened my immune system.
—Brittney Griner, TIME, 3 May 2024
See all Example Sentences for exertion
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“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exertion. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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exertion
noun
ex·er·tion
ig-ˈzər-shən
: the act or an instance of exerting
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