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attempt

[uh-tempt] / əˈtɛmpt /




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A bipartisan group of states recently challenged Nexstar’s $6.2 billion bid for broadcasting rival Tegna, a deal Trump supported, and another coalition is considering whether to oppose Paramount’s $81 billion attempt to acquire Warner Bros.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

For supporters, the effort represents a long-promised attempt to tighten immigration controls and redefine American citizenship more narrowly.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

The men wore women’s clothing in an attempt to evade RSF militiamen, but they were found out.

From Los Angeles Times • May 24, 2026

Having overpowered Northampton Saints in last year's final, it was another dominant display from Bordeaux, who will attempt to emulate Toulon's 2013-15 run with a third successive title next season.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Repeating his first attempt by just coming up to her and saying hello didn’t seem wise.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el




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