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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
The muscles on the haunches of the poor animal quivered and jerked from the exertion.
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Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 13 Feb. 2025
The appearance marked Trump’s clearest exertion yet of personal control over the country’s federal law enforcement apparatus, which is normally run by appointees who keep at least an arm’s length from the president to avoid the appearance that politics are governing prosecutorial decisions.
—Nicholas Riccardi, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
Winning long drive contests requires mostly high intensity and maximum physical exertion.
—Bennett Conlin, Baltimore Sun, 13 Mar. 2025
And while pickleball requires some skill and exertion, cornhole is one of those casual lawn games that’s much more accessible to the athletically impaired.
—Doha Madani, NBC News, 8 Mar. 2025
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Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 13 Feb. 2025
The appearance marked Trump’s clearest exertion yet of personal control over the country’s federal law enforcement apparatus, which is normally run by appointees who keep at least an arm’s length from the president to avoid the appearance that politics are governing prosecutorial decisions.
—Nicholas Riccardi, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2025
Winning long drive contests requires mostly high intensity and maximum physical exertion.
—Bennett Conlin, Baltimore Sun, 13 Mar. 2025
And while pickleball requires some skill and exertion, cornhole is one of those casual lawn games that’s much more accessible to the athletically impaired.
—Doha Madani, NBC News, 8 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exertion
Noun
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Camping is another wonderful family activity which affords everyone the opportunity the enjoy the great outdoors.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Severe weather activity will quickly wind down just before midnight, but the flash flooding threat will linger around through the overnight with any of the heavier downpours that set up.—
Nadine El-Bawab,
ABC News,
3 May 2025
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In the face of mounting attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts across corporate America, a new generation of Black millennial founders is refusing to wait for permission to innovate.—
Jasmine Browley,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Under Secretary Noem’s leadership, DHS is unapologetic about its efforts to root out leakers that undermine national security.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Apr. 2025
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The clinic has several hyperbaric chambers and a team of neurologists, cognitive therapists, sports psychologists, athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches were to meet every day to plan each step.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
7 May 2025
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From $322 per night. Perks: Infinity pool, beach access, air conditioning, smart TV This two-bedroom home offers the best of both worlds: a living room set up with a movie-night-worthy projector and close proximity to the white-sand beach in view from the infinity pool.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
7 May 2025
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After his ordination, Prevost went to work as a missionary Peru.—
May 8,
CBS News,
9 May 2025
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His pastoral work and multicultural background resonated with Pope Francis, who brought Prevost to the Vatican in 2023.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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Outside of Washington, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s followers appear to be scrambling the country's stubborn red-blue divide USA TODAY Texas is looking at bills to bring back exercise.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Seeing Tristen accept both his mother’s request to stay in the game and the responsibility of leading his team to victory gives the ridiculous exercise that is Restaurant Wars a whole different weight.—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
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“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exertion. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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