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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
That, plus an extra day to recover from their European exertions, with Forest also going to extra time and penalties in Denmark on Thursday, leads me to switch to a home win.
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Oliver Kay, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
But there is no denying the adrenaline and exertion was at a higher level than any time in his rehab.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
People born in the Year of the Horse are believed to be fit and intelligent, seeking out tasks that require physical and mental exertion.
—Brett Tingley, Space.com, 17 Feb. 2026
More serious altitude sickness shows up as shortness of breath even with minimal exertion, along with swelling in the hands and face.
—Morayo Ogunbayo, AJC.com, 13 Feb. 2026
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Oliver Kay, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2026
But there is no denying the adrenaline and exertion was at a higher level than any time in his rehab.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2026
People born in the Year of the Horse are believed to be fit and intelligent, seeking out tasks that require physical and mental exertion.
—Brett Tingley, Space.com, 17 Feb. 2026
More serious altitude sickness shows up as shortness of breath even with minimal exertion, along with swelling in the hands and face.
—Morayo Ogunbayo, AJC.com, 13 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exertion
Noun
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The Kings never had the defensive activity to disrupt them much.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Harrell was again out at practice without a knee brace, working through individual periods with the other quarterbacks — but not a part of team activities or any live action, according to Albin.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Mar. 2026
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At a Tuesday afternoon news conference in Sacramento City Hall, the mother and daughter stood beside their attorney, immigration advocates and local lawmakers — many of whom were involved in a weeks-long effort to bring her home.—
Mathew Miranda
Updated March 31,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Of course, the usual efforts around going plastic-free and energy-efficient are in place.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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New Era, a 200-bed facility, has had recurring outbreaks of Legionella, the bacteria that grow within water and air conditioning systems and can cause Legionnaires’ Disease, records show.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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The district is also looking at how to pay for aging equipment including heating, ventilation and air conditioning, which could require at least $500,000 in budget increases.—
Fousia Abdullahi,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Apr. 2026
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While Protect Wyoming is necessarily focused within the state and on state politics, rather than federal candidates, its work stands to influence nonresidents who hunt, fish, and recreate in the state.—
Natalie Krebs,
Outdoor Life,
3 Apr. 2026
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For commuters like Sirena Lopez, who drives two hours each way for work, the impact is immediate.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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The exercise started in spring 2023 as Phelps grew frustrated with the reality that students were using generative AI and online translation platforms to churn out grammatically perfect assignments.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2026
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If exercise is your #1 reason for picking up a wearable, the Fitbit Charge 6 is going to rock your world with a 25% discount.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Exertion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exertion. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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