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English to English noun
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the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit |
• the doctor recommended regular exercise
• he did some exercising
• the physical exertion required by his work kept him fit
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• he warned against the use of narcotic drugs
• skilled in the utilization of computers
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systematic training by multiple repetitions |
• practice makes perfect
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a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding |
• you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook
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(usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches |
• academic exercises
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The act of exercising; a setting in action or practicing; employment in the proper mode of activity; exertion; application; use; habitual activity; occupation, in general; practice. | source: webster1913 verb Example:
• exert one's power or influence
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carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions |
• practice law
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• Some parents exercise their infants
• My personal trainer works me hard
• work one's muscles
• this puzzle will exercise your mind
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• She works out in the gym every day
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• We drilled French verbs every day
• Pianists practice scales
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To set in action; to cause to act, move, or make exertion; to give employment to; to put in action habitually or constantly; to school or train; to exert repeatedly; to busy. | source: webster1913
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To exercise one's self, as under military training; to drill; to take exercise; to use action or exertion; to practice gymnastics; as, to exercise for health or amusement. | source: webster1913
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