as in exertion
energetic movement of the body for the sake of physical fitness
had to restrict his activity after the surgery, which meant letting the weeds take over the garden
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Recent Examples of activity
And on a more basic level, gardening activities also serve to reduce anxiety, aggression and depression, and to increase cognitive function.
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The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Trump is also expected to participate in halftime activities honoring military veterans.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
Now, a more pro-business regulatory environment has caused a rebound in activity, sending signs of optimism through the financial services industry.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Enrolling in a reputable identity theft protection service adds another layer of security by monitoring your credit and alerting you to suspicious activity.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
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The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
Trump is also expected to participate in halftime activities honoring military veterans.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 8 Nov. 2025
Now, a more pro-business regulatory environment has caused a rebound in activity, sending signs of optimism through the financial services industry.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2025
Enrolling in a reputable identity theft protection service adds another layer of security by monitoring your credit and alerting you to suspicious activity.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for activity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for activity
Noun
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In addition to the exertion of shoveling, frigid temperatures can also strain the heart.—
Amy McGorry,
FOXNews.com,
15 Dec. 2025
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As Qatar in high summer is rather inconsistent with any form of physical exertion, the 2022 World Cup had to be shifted to a November-December time frame.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
5 Dec. 2025
Noun
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His days often begin before sunrise and include multiple training sessions, focusing on conditioning, endurance and strength.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Learn the right way to protect your air conditioning unit this winter season.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
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Different exercises train different brain skills, but resistance training may be one of the best ways to protect your overall brain health.—
Marisa McMillan,
Outside,
9 Jan. 2026
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Kettlebell Squat Squats are another energy-demanding exercise that primarily targets your major leg muscles like your quads, glutes, hamstrings, and calves, while also engaging your core for stability.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Activity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activity. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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