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strenuous  /ˈstrɛn ju əs/ ? Meaning of "strenuous"

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Definition(s):

  1. (adj) characterized by or performed with much energy or force
  2. (adj) taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance

Synonym(s)

straining

Derived Word(s)

strenuousness

Usage(s):

  1. Strenuous AmericansHappily, all the strenuous Americans herein arbitrarily assembled are dead.
  2. Bully for the strenuous life!I wish to preach, not the doctrine of ignoble ease, but the doctrine of the strenuous life.
  3. Actually, it's not clear that vigorous exercise like running carries more benefits than a moderately strenuous activity like walking while carrying groceries.

Quotes

  1. Ban called "in the most strenuous terms, on the Government of Myanmar to put its people's lives first."
    on May 14, 2008 By: Ban Ki-moon Source: Human Rights Watch (press release)

  2. "The past few months have been extremely challenging for the team, but today's announcement is the very pleasing conclusion to the strenuous efforts that have been made to secure its future," Brawn, a 54-year-old Briton, said in an e- mailed...
    on Mar 5, 2009 By: Ross Brawn Source: Bloomberg

  3. Peace told the club's official website: "We have made strenuous efforts all summer to persuade Jonathan to sign a new long term contract. I fact held more talks with him as recently as this week." "As always, Jonathan has been a model...
    on Aug 20, 2009 By: Jeremy Peace Source: Sport.co.uk (blog)

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