- present participle of exercise.
exercising
Example Sentences
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"The use of force against citizens exercising their constitutional rights to peaceful assembly, expression, and public participation is unacceptable," it said in a joint statement with environmental groups.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
He mentioned exercising his 2nd Amendment rights to defend himself against the threats, according to the complaint.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
She is still exercising most days and reading books by Ann Patchett and Elizabeth Strout.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
On the chat, Talley claimed he was exercising “oversight” in repeatedly checking with officials at the jail and the U.S.
From Slate • May 28, 2026
The athletes were expected to remain in the tourist- class areas, except when exercising on the promenade deck during daylight hours.
From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown
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