exertion
noun
vigorous action or effort.
exertions
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pluralof exertion.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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For Britain's Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson, who withdrew from the meeting after her exertions in taking continental silver behind Werro in Birmingham, it only emphasised the challenge she faces in the event.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
Newcastle's exertions in securing a 1-1 draw away to European champions Paris Saint-Germain in midweek, while Liverpool cruised to a 6-0 win over Qarabag at home in the Champions League, showed after the break.
From Barron's ● Jan. 31, 2026
But Celtic faded badly in the second period after their midweek European exertions as Hearts filled the home crowd with belief that the Old Firm stranglehold can be broken.
From Barron's ● Oct. 26, 2025
For athletes, it represents the process of learning to cope with long, draining physical exertions, while in business terms it might be the exposure to new and challenging experiences.
From BBC ● Sep. 9, 2025
Sleep she did: Kate was so tired from her night’s exertions that she slept through the wake-up announcement and was late getting ready for breakfast.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
