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Definition exert in American English

exert verb

[transitive]verb
/ɪɡˈzɜrt/
1

to use influence, authority, or power in order to affect or achieve something

Example

A well-funded national organization would be able to exert more influence in Congress.

Example

the inadequate degree of control exerted by some parents over their children

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2

to put force or physical pressure on something

Example

The gate had exerted considerable pressure on the flimsy post.

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Definition exert in American English