attempt
Example Sentences
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Fabio Cannavaro: Perhaps a wild card but what better way to attempt to restore a feel-good factor to Italian football than appoint a national legend.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
This appeared to be an attempt by the ships to avoid being targeted by Iran.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
A raid to seize the enriched uranium, in what Kavanagh speculates is an attempt to “embarrass” Iran into submission, the operation would face a slew of problems.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
“OK, Christina. We are ready for you to attempt reactivation of toilet,” said Amy Dill, who was serving as the capcom, or the person who communicates with the crew from mission control in Houston.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026
This lack of civic-mindedness was discouraging, yet Penelope made another attempt.
From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood
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