physical effort

Example Sentences

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Anselmet pushed on, his smooth metronomic movements belying the intense physical effort required on the unrelenting course.

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 2026

But researchers are finding that the brain also has a powerful influence, especially in how hard physical effort feels.

From Science Daily • Jan. 8, 2026

It's slow and difficult work, requiring plenty of upper body strength and physical effort in the hot, bulky spacesuit.

From BBC • May 14, 2025

But in a gritty, physical effort from the Trojans, their defense and work on the glass ruled the day.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2025

I had the feeling that a handshake was a physical effort he wanted to avoid.

From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok