Meaning & use
exert
To apply or use effort, force, or influence to produce an effect.
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She exerted all her strength to push the stalled car off the road.
The manager exerted pressure on the team to finish the project early.
A note on using this word
Exert is often paired with oneself, as in don't exert yourself, meaning not to work too hard or strain.
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