exert

/ɪɡˈzɝt/verb

Middle School

To make use of, to apply, especially of something non-material; to bring to bear.

To put in vigorous action.

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Synonyms

assert exercise extend utilize

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

bert birt burt dirt girt hert hurt kurt vert wert

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

ear eat eba eby eck eco eda ede edi edo

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

bir bur erb der fer erk fir fur ers her

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

zag zig zug bags bigs bogs dogs exit figs fogs

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