1. applied or brought to bear (effort, influence, or power)
Usage: past tense and past participle of 'exert'

Examples

• She exerted all her strength to push the heavy door open.
• The coach exerted pressure on the team to improve their performance.
• He exerted considerable influence over the committee's decision.
• The athlete exerted himself during the final sprint.
• They exerted great effort to complete the project on time.
• The government exerted control over the media.
• She exerted her authority to settle the dispute.