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The Clue

Use extreme effort (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
Employ
Strain
Strive
Wield
Apply energy
Apply, as force
Bring to bear
Buckle down
Make an effort
Make, as an effort
Push (oneself)
Put forth
Put to work
Try hard
Use energetically
Use, as influence
Use muscles
Wield, as influence
Wield, as power
Put forth effort
Put forth, as an effort
Put forth, as effort
Put forth strength
Put into action
Put into use
Put out, as effort
Use muscle power
Make an all-out effort

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"