exertion

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs are physically demanding when they require sustained exertion such as climbing, heavy lifting, standing or walking.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026

As a result of the physical exertion, the former chef claims that she “became dizzy, began choking and gasping for air, and required assistance from security personnel, who intervened by providing water and aid.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 25, 2026

But they struggle when the exertion is more varied and intermittent.

From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026

The net effect is that our heart delivers less blood and oxygen to our muscles, and our capacity for physical exertion drops.

From Barron's ● May 23, 2026

This time he forced his mind to do what Giacomo Paradisi said, gritting his teeth, trembling with exertion, sweating.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman

For Britain's Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson, who withdrew from the meeting after her exertions in taking continental silver behind Werro in Birmingham, it only emphasised the challenge she faces in the event.

From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026

Newcastle's exertions in securing a 1-1 draw away to European champions Paris Saint-Germain in midweek, while Liverpool cruised to a 6-0 win over Qarabag at home in the Champions League, showed after the break.

From Barron's ● Jan. 31, 2026

But Celtic faded badly in the second period after their midweek European exertions as Hearts filled the home crowd with belief that the Old Firm stranglehold can be broken.

From Barron's ● Oct. 26, 2025

The latest issue has centred upon Chelsea and City, who both wanted a delayed start to the new campaign given their summer exertions.

From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2025

We stood back, breathless from our exertions, compelled as always to wait and watch the dreadful Carleton while he performed the ritual of inspection.

From "Boy: Tales of a Childhood" by Roald Dahl