attempt
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McGonagle said he finally got his operation on the third attempt.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026
But on this, her fourth attempt, the daughter of disgraced late president Alberto Fujimori may have her best chance at power.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
"Microsoft appears to have made a leap in their attempt to produce viable topological qubits," he said.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
This fourth attempt may be her best chance yet.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
Now, he’s wearing a gray Union T-shirt, not that old navy jersey, and I would never in a million years attempt to hold his hand.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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