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exercising

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary US //ˈɛksɝˌsaɪzɪŋ// UK //ˈɛksəsˌaɪzɪŋ// ex·er·cis·ing

n. the activity of moving your body to stay healthy and strong. You do this when you go for a run, lift weights, or play sports.

n. the performance of physical activity for the purpose of improving health, fitness, or athletic skill.


SIMPLE

Regular exercising helps you sleep better at night.

CONTEXTUAL

The doctor recommended daily exercising to help lower his blood pressure and improve his heart health.

COMPLEX

While some people prefer the social atmosphere of a gym, others find that exercising outdoors provides a mental clarity that indoor environments cannot replicate.

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