1
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
Longer bouts of exercise are less intense, so they can be mostly fueled by non-lactate-producing aerobic energy, and bouts of exertion shorter than one minute simply don’t have time to produce much lactate.
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Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 24 Apr. 2025
Federal and local agencies recommend limiting outdoor exertion during high ozone alerts, especially during midday and early evening when levels are typically at their highest.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Complemented by black-and-white footage of old races, the group conjured the labored breathing, accelerated blood flow and competitive exertion of cycling up hills, through valleys and across finish lines.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2025
The muscles on the haunches of the poor animal quivered and jerked from the exertion.
—Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 13 Feb. 2025
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Alex Hutchinson, Outside Online, 24 Apr. 2025
Federal and local agencies recommend limiting outdoor exertion during high ozone alerts, especially during midday and early evening when levels are typically at their highest.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Complemented by black-and-white footage of old races, the group conjured the labored breathing, accelerated blood flow and competitive exertion of cycling up hills, through valleys and across finish lines.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 30 Mar. 2025
The muscles on the haunches of the poor animal quivered and jerked from the exertion.
—Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 13 Feb. 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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But happiness doesn’t flow only from your activities.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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The Capitals did a better job of countering in Game 2 and tied the series behind a strong two-way effort from Tom Wilson.—
Aaron Beard,
Baltimore Sun,
11 May 2025
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And the level of effort players have shown has been astonishing.—
Louisa Thomas,
New Yorker,
11 May 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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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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After his ordination, Prevost went to work as a missionary Peru.—
May 8,
CBS News,
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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Try to add fiber to your diet gradually, drink plenty of fluids, and keep up with regular exercise to avoid bloating and cramps.—
Stephanie Brown,
Verywell Health,
2 May 2025
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“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exertion. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
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