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as in exerting
to bring to bear especially forcefully or effectively
a senator who consistently exercises his clout in Congress to get pork barrel projects for his state
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2
as in practicing
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 using
to put into action or service
commended the firefighters for exercising really good judgment in that emergency
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as in bothering
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 exercising
Using both together, especially after exercising, may help optimize muscle gains and improve recovery.
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Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 4 Nov. 2025
The complaint accuses police of retaliating against Martinez for exercising her First Amendment rights.
—Real-Time News Team, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
But the science shows exercising late at night, just before bed can disrupt sleep.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 3 Nov. 2025
The revisions—made just hours after two prosecutors who authored the original filing were placed on administrative leave—have fueled scrutiny over whether the DOJ is exercising routine caution or bending under political pressure.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
This season, the comparison becomes particularly apropos as Jason and Brett Oppenheim — the ostensible leaders of the Oppenheim Group — realize that exercising little to no authority over their agents for eight seasons has resulted in things spiraling out of control.
—Anne Victoria Clark, Vulture, 29 Oct. 2025
Many people opt for loose-fit sweaters for casual use and slim or regular fit options for exercising.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
Darrois revealed that, on his first day in jail, the ex-president dedicated some time to exercising, as well as starting to write his book.
—Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
These tights fit like leggings and offer a supportive design to stay comfortable while exercising.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, Health, 4 Nov. 2025
The complaint accuses police of retaliating against Martinez for exercising her First Amendment rights.
—Real-Time News Team, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
But the science shows exercising late at night, just before bed can disrupt sleep.
—Allison Aubrey, NPR, 3 Nov. 2025
The revisions—made just hours after two prosecutors who authored the original filing were placed on administrative leave—have fueled scrutiny over whether the DOJ is exercising routine caution or bending under political pressure.
—Robert Alexander, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
This season, the comparison becomes particularly apropos as Jason and Brett Oppenheim — the ostensible leaders of the Oppenheim Group — realize that exercising little to no authority over their agents for eight seasons has resulted in things spiraling out of control.
—Anne Victoria Clark, Vulture, 29 Oct. 2025
Many people opt for loose-fit sweaters for casual use and slim or regular fit options for exercising.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
Darrois revealed that, on his first day in jail, the ex-president dedicated some time to exercising, as well as starting to write his book.
—Charlotte Reck, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
These tights fit like leggings and offer a supportive design to stay comfortable while exercising.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exercising
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If rates rise unexpectedly, those low initial payments can balloon, exerting pressure on household budgets just as the broader economy absorbs the impact.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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Ice plains can prompt fast retreat because as the glacier thins, the ice starts to rise up and water pushes underneath into its crevasses, exerting pressure and causing large slabs to break off — in a process called calving.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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In her eight years practicing family law, Jackie Combs has helped her clients navigate many divorces.—
Gili Malinsky,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
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Adame, 55, was also convicted of practicing medicine without a certification, the LA Times reports.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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Make your vehicle visible to others both ahead of you and behind you by using your low-beam headlights since this means your taillights will also be on.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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Guests can order the complimentary coffee in-bakery, through the mobile app, or online using code FREECOFFEE.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
11 Nov. 2025
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If something’s bothering you, say so.—
James Parker,
The Atlantic,
28 Oct. 2025
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Saft, not bothering to remove his sneakers, leaped onto a chair to place an ornate gold mirror over the mantelpiece.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
20 Oct. 2025
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Many major airlines are also waiving change fees and penalties for passengers who are looking to switch their flights on their own, though some carriers are applying limits.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
7 Nov. 2025
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Thompson immediately began applying for jobs, including DoorDash, grocery stores and substitute teaching.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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To review or object to instances where our partners assert a legitimate interest in utilizing your data, please visit our vendors page.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
6 Nov. 2025
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This involves utilizing technology to enhance autonomy, making informed decisions based on data, and coordinating tactics within groups for future combat.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Democratic crackup that’s now underway in Washington is distracting the party from a series of brutal fights just ahead that will culminate in next year’s midterms.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Even without mixing and matching, simple gold hoops can offer a sleek and classy look that feels elevated and sophisticated enough for wearing to the office, celebrating milestones, and attending events without being distracting.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
10 Nov. 2025
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The approach against City is likely to be similar, to avoid Haaland exploiting space in transition.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Oakland, meanwhile, arrives off a brutal 121-78 road loss to Michigan, exposing defensive issues, particularly against a team capable of exploiting zones and creating open perimeter shots.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Exercising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exercising. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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