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as in practiced
to do over and over so as to become skilled
the only way to exercise your writing skills is to do more writing
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as in used
to put into action or service
commended the firefighters for exercising really good judgment in that emergency
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as in bothered
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy
the slightest change in travel plans is enough to get him all exercised
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Recent Examples of exercised
Ultimately, the rise of algorithmic diplomacy also means a deeper transformation in how power is exercised.
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Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
The Seahawks exercised the fifth-year option on Smith-Njigba’s rookie contract last week.
—Dallas Morning News, 23 Mar. 2026
The Navy exercised an option last year to add an additional destroyer to the contract.
—ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
The document also highlights the role of Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello, describing him as a key power broker who exercised influence over military and intelligence structures involved in protecting drug shipments.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
Taylor then reportedly exercised the opt-out in his deal.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 20 Mar. 2026
Larijani was close to the late Khamenei and part of an inner circle that understood how power was exercised at the top.
—Tucker Reals, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Conscious consumers exercised their power in other ways, focusing more on corporate policy or supply chains than on ownership.
—Henry Grabar, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2026
Wilson, who at 25 years old is already 12th on the league’s all-time regular-season goals list, exercised a $1 million player option with the Portland Thorns in December and has been activated for 2026.
—Molly Geary, Sportico.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 25 Mar. 2026
The Seahawks exercised the fifth-year option on Smith-Njigba’s rookie contract last week.
—Dallas Morning News, 23 Mar. 2026
The Navy exercised an option last year to add an additional destroyer to the contract.
—ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
The document also highlights the role of Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello, describing him as a key power broker who exercised influence over military and intelligence structures involved in protecting drug shipments.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
Taylor then reportedly exercised the opt-out in his deal.
—Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 20 Mar. 2026
Larijani was close to the late Khamenei and part of an inner circle that understood how power was exercised at the top.
—Tucker Reals, CBS News, 17 Mar. 2026
Conscious consumers exercised their power in other ways, focusing more on corporate policy or supply chains than on ownership.
—Henry Grabar, The Atlantic, 14 Mar. 2026
Wilson, who at 25 years old is already 12th on the league’s all-time regular-season goals list, exercised a $1 million player option with the Portland Thorns in December and has been activated for 2026.
—Molly Geary, Sportico.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exercised
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Quraishi pressed prosecutors on whether Habba, now a senior adviser to Bondi, still exerted influence over the office.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Mar. 2026
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At the trial, prosecutors argued that Pender exerted significant influence over Hull and played a role in the killings, portraying her as the dominant figure in their relationship.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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If robots can train doctors to deliver babies today, what other parts of healthcare might soon be practiced first in simulation labs instead of hospitals?—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
21 Mar. 2026
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The answer presented itself in Rajasthan’s legendary craft traditions—block-printing workshops, miniature painting studios, and family-run ateliers where centuries-old techniques are still practiced by hand.—
Christine Chitnis,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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Anthropic wanted assurances from the Pentagon that its AI chatbot would not be used for mass domestic surveillance or to operate fully autonomous weapons.—
Mike Brest,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Mar. 2026
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By participating in the contest, the winners agree to have their name, voice, or likeness used in any advertising or broadcasting material relating to this contest, and to sign a publicity release, affidavit of eligibility and release of liability prior to acceptance of the prize.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Korda was bothered by back pain starting in the second set, but played through the pain.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
24 Mar. 2026
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This might make observers wonder why Lee even bothered to introduce the measure.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
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His aides and allies contend there is a double standard applied to the city’s first Muslim mayor and one of the most prominent Muslims in politics, arguing much of the criticism against them is manufactured and driven by Islamophobia.—
Gloria Pazmino,
CNN Money,
23 Mar. 2026
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Both deodorants and antiperspirants are applied to the underarms and work to reduce body odor.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Toronto utilized Varland as a traditional setup man at times last year, then as an early-game stopper in the postseason.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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His previous installations have been exhibited at MOCA Bangkok, W1 London and TODA Dubai, and have utilized technology including Samsung’s the Wall display system and Acoustic Avant Garde sound equipment.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2026
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These developments have alarmed some at DOT.—
Jesse Coburn,
ProPublica,
24 Mar. 2026
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The move alarmed some travelers who worried that immigration officers might use overly aggressive tactics inside the nation's airports.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
23 Mar. 2026
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Sangha was one of five defendants charged in the case, which prosecutors described as a network of suppliers who exploited Perry’s addiction.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
26 Mar. 2026
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But the Jayhawks have flaws that the Aztecs have exploited in previous wins.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Exercised.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exercised. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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