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Strenuous

Verb / ˈstrenju:ʌs / Another word for strenuous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

requiring or using great exertion.

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Example sentences

  1. I had a strenuous day at work.
  2. The athlete had to go through a strenuous training regime.
  3. It was a strenuous hike up the mountain.
  4. The marathon was a strenuous test of endurance.
  5. The construction worker's job was strenuous.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. The road to success is not easy to navigate, but with hard work, drive and passion, it's possible to achieve the American dream. There is no substitute for hard work, determination, and perseverance. Strenuous effort and hard work paid off in the end.
  • The human body has limitations; the human spirit is boundless. The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today. There is nothing we cannot do. The only limit is the extent of our determination. The difference between try and triumph is just a little 'umph'!
  • The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will. Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing.

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