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The Clue

Apply strenuously (5 letter answer)

The Answer

EXERT

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Notes

The answer EXERT is seen frequently, appearing about once every 140 puzzles.

Related Clues

Apply
Strain
Wield
Apply, as force
Apply with might
Apply, as pressure
Bear down
Bring to bear
Buckle down
Make an effort
___ oneself (endeavor)
Push (oneself)
Put forth
Put out
Try hard
Use energetically
Use muscles
Wield, as influence
Wield, as power
Apply muscle power
Employ muscle power
Put forth effort
Put forth, as an effort
Put forth, as effort
Put forth, in a way
Put into action
Put into use
Put out, as effort
Put out, as energy
Use muscle power
Use one's power
Make an all-out effort
Put forth muscle power

Definition

EXERT as a verb:

1. (exert, exercise) = put to use; "exert one's power or influence"
2. (wield, exert, maintain) = have and exercise; "wield power and authority"
3. make a great effort at a mental or physical task; "exert oneself"