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The Clue

Use one's power (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
Strive
Wield
Apply, as force
Apply with might
Apply, as pressure
Apply strenuously
Bear down
Bring to bear
Employ, as strength
Make an effort
Nudge (oneself)
Push (oneself)
Put forth
Put to work
Spend, as energy
Use with effort
Use, as influence
Wield, as influence
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
Show some muscle
Use muscle 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"