- present tense form of exert (3rd person singular).
exerts
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Dark matter exerts gravity but does not give off light, while dark energy is associated with the accelerating expansion of the universe.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 28, 2026
Even though light can pass through it, making it invisible, it exerts a massive gravitational force that works to collapse the universe in on itself.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026
The southern hemisphere contains more of the planet's ocean water than the northern hemisphere and so exerts a bigger influence on average sea temperatures.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
Former Mexican and American security officials note that while the February confrontations exposed how little control the government exerts over parts of Jalisco, the cartels understand the economics of the moment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
Ben came out then, his bedhead seeming to challenge our basic understanding of the force gravity exerts upon matter.
From "Paper Towns" by John Green
