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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 physical exertion, including indoors, if air quality becomes unhealthy.
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Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 3 June 2025
Take a break: Avoid strenuous activities to minimize physical exertion during the hottest parts of the day.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 24 July 2025
People with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children were advised to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
The exertions of Krypto, his loyal but reckless dog, only add insult to injury.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 8 July 2025
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Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 3 June 2025
Take a break: Avoid strenuous activities to minimize physical exertion during the hottest parts of the day.
—Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 24 July 2025
People with heart or lung disease, older adults, and children were advised to reduce prolonged or heavy exertion.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
The exertions of Krypto, his loyal but reckless dog, only add insult to injury.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 8 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for exertion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exertion
Noun
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The younger daughters were able to participate in the pre-game activities, with Bianka throwing out the first pitch to Freddie Freeman.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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This activity has been sharply focused on second-year pro Angel Reese, a two-time All-Star who garners a disproportionate percentage of the online abuse facing the entire WNBA.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Aug. 2025
Noun
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An effort has been underway to increase the number of organ donors in Florida’s minority communities.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Aug. 2025
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Another reason this increase might not last for the full 400 years? GOP lawmakers are trying to repeal the law, an effort that could succeed if a Republican replaces Evers as governor and Republicans maintain legislative control.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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However, if damage has already been done, then weekly deep conditioning treatments are best to help the hair.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
10 Aug. 2025
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Each of the bedrooms is spacious, with king-size beds, air conditioning, and smart TVs.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
9 Aug. 2025
Noun
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While many management companies shy away from association work, especially due to the difficulty in managing different personalities, jkROCK’s took a different path.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
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At the same time, AI aims to make work more efficient—which is exactly what students are using it for.—
Lila Shroff,
The Atlantic,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The take-home message isn’t that exercise doesn’t matter.—
Jamie Ducharme,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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The right exercise for you depends on your age, health, fitness level, and preference.—
Mira Miller,
Verywell Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exertion. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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