Work off

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Physical Effort

Emphasizes actions to achieve fitness or energy release; not just casual activity.

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I'll work off the stress with a long run.

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Intentional Activity

Planned effort to counteract specific indulgence, like a heavy meal or laziness.

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After that dessert, I need to work off the sugar.

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Not Instant

Takes time and repeated efforts; isn't accomplished in a single session.

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Joining a soccer team to work off his excess energy.

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