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strenuous

[stren-yoo-uhs] / ˈstrɛn yu əs /




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The activity needs to be strenuous enough to leave you noticeably out of breath.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

“I am certain,” he wrote in one letter, “that we must make strenuous efforts … to improve the so-called Army mind.”

From Slate • Feb. 9, 2026

For some users, Runna’s savings came with a hidden cost: an injury from plans they said were too strenuous.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

With just one episode to go, Rachel was finally in the firing line, alongside James, despite strenuous efforts that led him to collapse and vomit during that day's mission.

From BBC • Jan. 23, 2026

Milk, because bird-watching outdoors was bound to be hot and strenuous work, and the children would soon be thirsty.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood




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