Use with effort Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, August 24, 2005 · 32-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, August 24, 2005.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · August 24, 2005 · 32-Down · 5 letters
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What does this clue mean?
make a great effort at a mental or physical task; "exert oneself"
verb
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