| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| broke | to exert oneself or employ one's resources to the utmost |
| extending | Exert or exercise oneself to the utmost |
| extends | Exert or exercise oneself to the utmost |
| pushing | Exert force on (someone or something), typically with one's hand, in order to move them away from oneself or the origin of the force |
| bend | to exert oneself to the utmost; make a serious effort |
