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noun

exertion

ihg-ZUR-shuhn
noun
1
The act of applying physical or mental effort.
"Even light exertion left him out of breath after the illness."

How to Use Exertion

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In plain EnglishPhysical or mental effort spent doing something.

Common pairings
physical exertion mental exertion

Word Forms

exertions plural

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Even light _____ left him out of breath after the illness.

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