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 The motion is the latest wrinkle in what was a flurry of court activity over the weekend. — ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026 An interim suspension prohibits the organization from participating in or hosting chapter activities and events, including meetings, philanthropic events, academic activities and community service, while the investigation is ongoing. — Karma Sabbah, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026 An octopus might effectively wear its nocturnal brain activity on its sleeve. — New Atlas, 2 Nov. 2026 Those steps include halting any activity that contributed to the discovery until tribal communities are consulted. — Ryan Devereaux, ProPublica, 2 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for activity
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Noun
  • These cells use a common pressure-sensitive channel called PIEZO1 to help bones adapt to physical exertion.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Vasagar says a potassium imbalance can happen immediately, while symptoms related to exertion may take 24 to 48 hours.
    — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Last week, Jones acknowledged Armstrong was still getting his conditioning back.
    — Tashan Reed, Washington Post, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Under punishing heat, evacuees sheltered in gymnasiums and community centers that often lacked air conditioning.
    — Mari Yamaguchi, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Because people are born with those high levels, diet and exercise have no effect.
    — Erika Edwards, NBC news, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Half the group took part in an eight-week lifestyle education course on diet, exercise and stress.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2026

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“Activity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activity. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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