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The Clue
Tried hard (7 letter answer)
The Answer
EXERTED
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Notes
The answer EXERTED is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1600 puzzles.
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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"