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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
But the exertion only took him to 40-30.
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James Hansen, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Prolonged and heavy exertion should also be reduced, the agency says.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
In trials, users reduced exertion by up to 22% while walking, and 39% while cycling.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
He’s been sedated for the most part since the crash, to prevent any additional physical exertion or agitation that could worsen his injuries.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
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James Hansen, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
Prolonged and heavy exertion should also be reduced, the agency says.
—Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
In trials, users reduced exertion by up to 22% while walking, and 39% while cycling.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2025
He’s been sedated for the most part since the crash, to prevent any additional physical exertion or agitation that could worsen his injuries.
—Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exertion
Noun
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As part of its tax-exempt status, the foundation is prohibited from endorsing political candidates and, generally, must be nonpartisan in its activities.—
Bill Barrow,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Two Cleveland Guardians pitchers, Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz, have been under league investigation since July after an Ohio gaming commission flagged suspicious betting activity on prop bets.—
Evan Drellich,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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In recent days, the grassroots effort has spread, as messages offering and seeking assistance are cut, copied and pasted throughout communities big and small, connecting neighbors and finding those in need tangible help.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
29 Oct. 2025
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Hendrix and Bersten received a 36 for their efforts last week.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
29 Oct. 2025
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With a full offseason of conditioning, the twin of Houston’s Amen Thompson should be ready to emerge the way his brother did a year ago.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Amenities include central air conditioning, free parking, a private patio, WiFi, and an on-site washer and dryer.—
Gabriela Ulloa,
Architectural Digest,
25 Oct. 2025
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But the real, urgent work ahead of them was to redeem the losses slavery had wrought.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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Stefanski and Andrew Berry have a lot of work ahead of them to turn the Browns back into a playoff contender.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Oct. 2025
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The 65-year-old exercise instructor and fitness personality didn’t rely on gimmicks to get Mel Owen’s attention.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
23 Oct. 2025
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Getting regular exercise—Chambers said even light exercise helps.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exertion. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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