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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
Avoid heavy exertion outdoors, using fans or swamp coolers that take air from outside, all wood-burning appliances and lighting candles and incense.
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Corey Williams, Arkansas Online, 31 May 2025
McQuarrie said the key to the redesign was to create a subjective experience where the audience feels the wind and physical exertion required for Cruise to simply lift his hand.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 27 May 2025
And a drink near a stone hearth is the perfect reward for the day’s exertion.
—Danielle Hallock, AFAR Media, 5 June 2025
Similarly, electrolytes work to replace the minerals and vitamins that are naturally lost through sweat, exertion, and urine.
—Morgan Fargo, Vogue, 4 June 2025
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Corey Williams, Arkansas Online, 31 May 2025
McQuarrie said the key to the redesign was to create a subjective experience where the audience feels the wind and physical exertion required for Cruise to simply lift his hand.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 27 May 2025
And a drink near a stone hearth is the perfect reward for the day’s exertion.
—Danielle Hallock, AFAR Media, 5 June 2025
Similarly, electrolytes work to replace the minerals and vitamins that are naturally lost through sweat, exertion, and urine.
—Morgan Fargo, Vogue, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exertion
Noun
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The La Jolla Light presents this continuing listing of local in-person events and online activities.—
La Jolla Light,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 June 2025
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Looking at its transfer market activity, Napoli is chasing stunted talents with more to offer, and Núñez falls into that bracket.—
Henry Flynn,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
Noun
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In an effort to alleviate some of those concerns, Senate GOP leaders included a new $25 billion fund to support rural hospitals.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
28 June 2025
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Kota, the zoo's youngest male orangutan, started showing signs of lethargy and continued to decline despite efforts of zoo veterinary and animal care staff to administer care, the zoo said in the release.—
Harley Walls,
Arkansas Online,
28 June 2025
Noun
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The best thing that Queen can do is continue to work on his conditioning and footwork.—
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
26 June 2025
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The risk of death is especially elevated for those who lack air conditioning or work outdoors.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
24 June 2025
Noun
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As described in a press release, the currently untitled work is set to give readers an unfiltered look into the Dipset co-founder’s rise from the streets of Harlem to the top of the rap game, and his evolution into a respected media personality, fashion figure, and businessman.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
25 June 2025
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Small-scale research provides a sense of how larger-scale processes work, which are much more difficult to measure.—
Sarah Boon
June 25,
Literary Hub,
25 June 2025
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Regular exercise − especially strength training − helps protect bone and muscle health, and a good diet can help counteract metabolic changes.—
Karina Zaiets,
USA Today,
30 June 2025
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The first step is usually lifestyle changes like diet and exercise.—
Kathleen Daly,
Verywell Health,
30 June 2025
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“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exertion. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.
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