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activity

noun

ak-ˈti-və-tē

Definition of activity

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 Although somewhat gimmicky, anything that lowers accessibility barriers between the real and virtual worlds is likely to make mixed-reality activities more useful and viable. — Jon Martindale, PC Magazine, 14 Sep. 2026 Its board approved a $10 billion increase to its stock buyback program in July, and management's goal is to return half its cash flow from operating activities to shareholders. — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026 Ask to taste the food and participate in any activities going on. — Anna Roman, Charlotte Observer, 14 Sep. 2026 Brocato will continue to steer RMG’s live event activities, which include more than 40 events annually. — William Earl, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for activity

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Ayuso possibly lacks the top-end explosivity, while surely Mas’ legs are not in race-winning shape given his exertions over the past month — but the Mallorcan is in the form of his career.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 16 Sep. 2026
Printed, copied, and circulated among an extraordinarily literate population, the Constitution executed a covenant and allowed, too, for the exertion of power over vast distances.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Sep. 2026

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Porch doors have sensors on them which halt the air conditioning inside any time the room isn’t sealed, and a beautiful collection of glassware and picnic items left in your room guarantee nary a single-use plastic.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
What Planks Can Do For You Planks are a highly effective way to strengthen your core, Evan Williams, CSCS, strength and conditioning coach for the Milwaukee Bucks, told HEALTH.

— Christa Sgobba, HEALTH, 17 Sep. 2026

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