exert
verb (used with object)
to put forth or into use, as power; exercise, as ability or influence; put into vigorous action.
exerting
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present participleof exert.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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In its core regions, Indigenous communities became organized into political hierarchies, with powerful chiefdoms exerting influence over surrounding settlements.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 6, 2026
And changing the behavior isn’t necessarily about exerting more willpower or coming up with a better system.
From Slate ● Sep. 23, 2026
"We are going to continue exerting pressure, and we've had very good discussions here already," Bessent told reporters Monday, a day after renewed exchanges of fire with Tehran.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
She ate and drank what would be expected of someone exerting herself to the nth degree.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
“You mistake me, you quite mistake me,” she replied, exerting herself.
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
