vt.运用；施加
He exerted all his influence to make them accept his plan. 他用尽一切影响力使他们接受他的计划。
He doesn't have to exert himself on my behalf. 他不必为我费那么大力气。
His teachings still exert a strong influence. 他的教导仍在产生巨大影响。
exert后接反身代词表示“努力,尽力”。
