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
Hot, dry and windy conditions Wildfire activity has intensified across the western United States, as consecutive days of hot, dry and windy weather have fueled flames in Utah, Arizona and elsewhere as new fires popped up across the region.
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Michael R. Sisak,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
Many deaths are due to heat stroke from outdoor activities and people who have to stay home and have no AC, especially in rowhomes that retain so much heat.
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Tammie Souza,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
They will be associated with Accor and Swissôtel activities for 18 months, which can include activations such as inspiration talks, conferences and seminars for Accor employees and members of the group’s loyalty program.
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Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
28 June 2026
The money had been accumulated through Farage’s activities on platforms such as X, Cameo, and Google.
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Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
28 June 2026
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Michael R. Sisak,
Chicago Tribune,
28 June 2026
Many deaths are due to heat stroke from outdoor activities and people who have to stay home and have no AC, especially in rowhomes that retain so much heat.
—
Tammie Souza,
CBS News,
28 June 2026
They will be associated with Accor and Swissôtel activities for 18 months, which can include activations such as inspiration talks, conferences and seminars for Accor employees and members of the group’s loyalty program.
—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
28 June 2026
The money had been accumulated through Farage’s activities on platforms such as X, Cameo, and Google.
—
Timothy Nerozzi,
The Washington Examiner,
28 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for activity
Noun
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Out comes a guttural groan, her exertion a tight whip cracking open a black hole of pain.
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A smoke advisory also was in effect for a broad area of East Los Angeles, with officials recommending that residents reduce outdoor exertion and that sensitive individuals stay inside.
Noun
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The couple's Jeep Compass was still running and the fan was on high, however, the air conditioning wasn't working, according to authorities.
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In turn, sleep quality, which physical conditioning directly supports, governs how effectively a leader's prefrontal cortex manages complex trade-offs and scenarios under pressure.
Noun
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Maintaining fitness through practices like cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and adequate sleep is crucial for combating decision fatigue, managing stress, and sustaining peak performance over a long career.
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The Nike Air Force 1 Low has taken on denim and patent leather uppers separately, and now a material exercise is somehow combining both at once.
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“Activity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activity. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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