exercise
noun
bodily or mental exertion, especially for the sake of training or improvement of health.
has exercised
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present perfectof exercise (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Her party has exercised major influence in a fragmented Congress that has helped topple several presidents.
From Barron's ● Jun. 2, 2026
Lakers star LeBron James has exercised his $52.6-million option as expected.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2025
LeBron James is set to play in a record 23rd NBA season after his agent said the 40-year-old has exercised an option to extend his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2025
Despite aggressive litigation by attorneys denying wrongdoing, over time the U.S. legal community has exercised the oversight needed to hold most of them accountable for misusing U.S. courts.
From Salon ● Jun. 4, 2024
It is, moreover, to be observed that no other government has exercised a like action towards them.
From Donahoe's Magazine, Volume XV, No. 3 Volume XV (Jan 1886-Jul 1886) by Various
