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as in activity
energetic movement of the body for the sake of physical fitness
the doctor ordered plenty of fresh air and exercise
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as in use
the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose
the observation that the best exercise for losing weight is the exercise of one's ability to say no to food
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as in to practice
to do over and over so as to become skilled
the only way to exercise your writing skills is to do more writing
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as in to use
to put into action or service
commended the firefighters for exercising really good judgment in that emergency
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as in to bother
to trouble the mind of; to make uneasy
the slightest change in travel plans is enough to get him all exercised
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Recent Examples of exercise
Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Puppies generally require more exercise than older dogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2025
Research has linked experiencing and internalizing weight stigma to less motivation and enjoyment of physical activity, less confidence about exercising, and less time spent exercising, Pearl said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
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Noun
Peloton’s stock value is a fraction of the peak in 2021, when enforced pandemic lockdowns led to a surge in home exercise and rocketing equipment and subscription sales.
—Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Puppies generally require more exercise than older dogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 June 2025
Verb
The information typically tells people, regardless of immigration status, how to exercise their rights, particularly when interacting with law enforcement and immigration officials.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 6 June 2025
Research has linked experiencing and internalizing weight stigma to less motivation and enjoyment of physical activity, less confidence about exercising, and less time spent exercising, Pearl said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 6 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for exercise
Noun
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Smith said Home Depot instructs its employees not to engage with ICE activity and to report any incidents to management.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Wind down with calming activities such as reading, gentle stretches, or taking a warm bath before bed.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
12 June 2025
Noun
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That patient practice will be put to use in 2027 when the first Axiom space station module goes aloft and docks with the ISS.—
Jeffrey Kluger,
Time,
6 June 2025
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On Thursday, she was joined by fellow House Democrats all denouncing the travel ban as a discriminatory practice against Black and Brown nations.—
Molly Gibbs,
Sacbee.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Any reductions in opioid use—even small ones—are a positive sign, added Amanda Williams, PhD, professor of clinical health psychology at University College London.—
Kristen Fischer,
Health,
14 June 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2025
Verb
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Threatening to bar or limit imports can successfully exert pressure on trading partners.—
Robert O. Keohane,
Foreign Affairs,
2 June 2025
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Some exert control through violence, some through financial dominance, and others through the threat of divorce and social isolation.—
TrickleUp,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Verb
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If the individual is a non-resident, non-citizen of the U.S., the federal estate tax applies only to assets situated or deemed to be situated within the U.S. (for example, U.S. real property or stock in a U.S. corporation).—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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The reports indicate 20 people have applied with the city for up to $7,000 in emergency rental assistance for new apartments, and 16 have met the eligibility requirements.—
Michael L. Hyman,
Miami Herald,
7 June 2025
Verb
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In prior birthday events, perhaps a couple arrived early and had a cocktail, but never the rest of the party together, so this hadn’t bothered me before.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
6 June 2025
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This is an arrangement that bothers Kagi's founder.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
6 June 2025
Noun
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Everyone else should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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The goal of wearing recovery sandals is to reduce the stress and impact on your feet, decrease energy exertion, lower inflammation and pain, and increase support, Spector says.—
Jaylyn Pruitt,
Health,
28 May 2025
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That is rare in the current AI landscape, where most training options come from consultants or influencers with little oversight.—
Dan Fitzpatrick,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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While the Washington Commanders still have some time to avoid seeing their key wide receiver act as a holdout for training camp, the process will only get more difficult as time goes on.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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“Exercise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/exercise. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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