Made A Sound Of Exertion Crossword Clue7 Letters

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GRUNTED
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"Grunted" means made a grunt, which is a classic sound of exertion or effort, and fits perfectly at 7 letters.

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Other possible answers
STRAINEDStrained can mean exerted effort, but it's 8 letters — doesn't fit.
GROANEDGroaned is a sound of effort/exertion and is 7 letters, a strong alternative.
PUFFEDPuffed is a sound of exertion but only 6 letters — doesn't fit.
WHEEZEDWheezed is a breathing sound associated with exertion and is 7 letters.

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