physical effort
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Ms. Saxbe is sarcastic about the “visible” work men do, dismissing the physical effort and planning required by, say, roof and plumbing repairs, while championing the more challenging “invisible labor” that women perform.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026
One of the obstacles to overcome is the idea that exoskeletons reduce physical effort and diminish the health benefits of exercise.
From Barron's ● Jan. 8, 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
I had the feeling that a handshake was a physical effort he wanted to avoid.
From "The Chosen" by Chaim Potok
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