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as in activity
energetic movement of the body for the sake of physical fitness
often the television addict's greatest attempt at exertion was switching channels on the remote control
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as in effort
the active use of energy in producing a result
the number of blueberries that we were finding was hardly worth the exertion
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Recent Examples of exertion
Some of Goldsworthy’s art has also required strenuous exertions.
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Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
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—Emilee Coblentz, Outside, 7 Feb. 2026
The physical exertion and cold weather combined make snow shoveling a risky endeavor even for those who don’t have existing heart health issues.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 30 Jan. 2026
That’s because the physical exertion of shoveling increases heart rate and blood pressure, while at the same time the cold constricts blood vessels–a double whammy of stressors.
—Amy Feldman, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
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Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 9 Feb. 2026
For a midlayer, our editors love the Outdoor Research Vigor Grid Fleece Quarter-Zip Pullover ($110) that features thermoregulating ActiveTemp™ fabric treatment great for keeping you at the right temp through high-exertion activities.
—Emilee Coblentz, Outside, 7 Feb. 2026
The physical exertion and cold weather combined make snow shoveling a risky endeavor even for those who don’t have existing heart health issues.
—Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 30 Jan. 2026
That’s because the physical exertion of shoveling increases heart rate and blood pressure, while at the same time the cold constricts blood vessels–a double whammy of stressors.
—Amy Feldman, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exertion
Noun
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The interactive event will include a variety of activities along with educational booths with information about keeping kids safe, healthy and happy from local first responders to nonprofit organizations, according to a release.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
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Residents can exchange phone numbers to report suspicious activity promptly or to coordinate help if the power goes out.—
Chuck Page,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Gore said in a statement that because the project has encountered issues, the department has been making efforts to improve transparency and accountability.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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With the state of emergency, response and recovery efforts are offered to Alcona, Alpena, Delta, Missaukee, Ogemaw, Roscommon and Wexford counties.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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During last year’s blazing hot summer, residents lost air conditioning and during the winter numerous apartments were without heat.—
Jerry Shnay,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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The mist is your air conditioning and the cicadas are your playlist.—
The Editors,
Outside,
18 Mar. 2026
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Listening to music rushes her work because she is tempted to sculpt or sew or cook to the beat.—
Claire Salinda,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Trump signed into law the first reconciliation bill passed by this Congress last year, extending his tax cuts, funding immigration enforcement, and strengthening work requirements for certain federal social welfare programs.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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The facility would include three swimming pools, exercise rooms, gymnasiums, and a walking and jogging track.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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The brief was to combine fresh air and exercise in the day with great meals with friends in special places in the evening.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exertion. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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