Definition of activitynext
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 However, in an email later Monday, Musterer said the decision predates both the World Cup parties and the popular Super Bowl activities hosted by the city of San Jose and San Pedro Square earlier in 2026. Linda Zavoral, Mercury News, 28 July 2026 Canvas’s security system flagged the activity, locked my account for two weeks, and left a lot of people wondering what on earth had happened. Lutz Finger, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026 Because immune activity often appears there before becoming visible in blood tests, the technology could help physicians monitor autoimmune diseases, infections, vaccine responses, and even cancer treatment more quickly and comfortably. Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 27 July 2026 Experts recommend scheduling strenuous outdoor activities to to early morning or evening hours, wearing lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drinking plenty of water. Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 27 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for activity
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  • And changes to Runna’s algorithms will slow structured workout paces down in hot weather to help better-balance perceived, and actual, exertion during a workout.
    Andrew Williams, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • With that, his exertions in perfecting his homegrown colony process—the green smoothie for caterpillars, testing procedures for parasites—came into clearer view for me.
    Vann R. Newkirk II, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026
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  • More than 40 weekly fitness experiences invite guests to move with intention, from sunrise yoga and Pilates sessions to high-energy strength and conditioning classes led by expert instructors.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
  • The lower level also includes a separate heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, three guest suites, and a bunk suite sleeping four.
    Joe Marusak July 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
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  • Mental exercise can be just as enriching as physical activity.
    Cathy M. Rosenthal, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
  • That would be news to Big Pharma, which has invested billions developing wildly popular obesity drugs, not to mention the decades of public-health campaigns devoted to diet, exercise and weight loss.
    Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026

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“Activity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activity. Accessed 4 Aug. 2026.

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