as in exertion
energetic movement of the body for the sake of physical fitness
had to restrict his activity after the surgery, which meant letting the weeds take over the garden
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Recent Examples of activity
This year’s audition process also included a host of family-fun activities on the Festival of Arts grounds on Saturday and Sunday.
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Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 12 Jan. 2026
It wasn’t looked at as a sport or a legitimate activity.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
Giddey has resumed some off-ball activities such as stop-and-start sprints, but coach Billy Donovan said he hasn’t been cleared for a full slate of cutting, running and sprinting.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 11 Jan. 2026
Old thoughts may swirl, especially during otherwise mindless activities, like driving or doing the dishes.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2026
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In addition to the exertion of shoveling, frigid temperatures can also strain the heart.—
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As Qatar in high summer is rather inconsistent with any form of physical exertion, the 2022 World Cup had to be shifted to a November-December time frame.—
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His days often begin before sunrise and include multiple training sessions, focusing on conditioning, endurance and strength.—
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Learn the right way to protect your air conditioning unit this winter season.—
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Different exercises train different brain skills, but resistance training may be one of the best ways to protect your overall brain health.—
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Kettlebell Squat Squats are another energy-demanding exercise that primarily targets your major leg muscles like your quads, glutes, hamstrings, and calves, while also engaging your core for stability.—
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“Activity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activity. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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