strenuous
Example Sentences
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His lawsuit alleged that this impacted upon a ski holiday, as well as his exercise regime as "attempts at strenuous athletic activity would cause significant exacerbations of pain and stiffness".
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
Shopping for a home loan on top of the strenuous process of shopping for the house itself might sound exhausting — but buyers who skip this undertaking often end up considerably overpaying for their mortgage.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026
County public health department recommends avoiding strenuous physical activity and keeping doors and windows closed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 4, 2026
Aerobic activities included brisk walking, running, jogging, swimming, cycling, tennis, squash, strenuous outdoor work, and stair climbing.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 12, 2026
Just his own wheezing breath after his strenuous efforts.
From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke
Vocabulary lists containing strenuous
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And Then There Were None
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