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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Anthropic and OpenAI will join SpaceX at the US mega-corp top table – exerting hitherto unseen power and influence across the globe and unprecedented dominion over its citizens if its champions are to be believed.
From BBC ● Jun. 8, 2026
The majestic Midtown railway nexus Grand Central Terminal has been on sightseers’ lists since it opened in 1913, with the cavernous interior celestial ceiling, a verdant astrological mural, exerting particular fascination.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 12, 2026
Also exerting influence in recent elections has been the district’s other largest union: Local 99 of Service Employees International Union.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 30, 2026
"It will take a long time before such economic pain forces Iran to compromise," Ingram said, explaining it is "more likely economic disruption... pushes China into exerting more pressure on Iran to negotiate".
From Barron's ● Apr. 23, 2026
Were they exerting subtle pressure on him to conform?
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
