#1 strenuous s. characterized by or performed with much energy or force; "strenuous exercise". wn
#2 strenuous s. [arduous, straining] taxing to the utmost; testing powers of endurance; "his final, straining burst of speed"; "a strenuous task"; "your willingness after these six arduous days to remain here"- F.D.Roosevelt. wn
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