# exerting

Pronunciation: say "ig-ZURT-ing" US /ɪɡˈzɝtɪŋ/, UK /ɪɡˈzɜːtɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle and gerund of exert. — present participle and gerund of exert
   - Simple: Present participle of exert. Use this form for an action happening now, often after a form of "be."
   - _The lobby was accused of exerting undue influence over the committee's decision._
   - _Exerting steady pressure on the brake pedal, she brought the car to a smooth stop._

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