attempt

[uh-tempt] / əˈtɛmpt /

NOUN

try, effort

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attack bid endeavor experiment pursuit shot struggle try

STRONG

crack exertion fling go header lick stab striving trial tryout undertaking venture whack workout

WEAK

all one's got dry run one's all one's darnedest one's level best

Antonyms

STRONGEST

retreat surrender

WEAK

certainty laziness success

VERB

try, make effort

Synonyms

STRONGEST

pursue seek solicit tackle undertake

STRONG

aim attack endeavor essay experiment push strive venture

WEAK

do level best exert oneself give a fling give a whirl give best shot give it a go give it a try give old college try go the limit have a crack have a go at make a run at shoot the works take a stab at take best shot take on try one's hand at

Antonyms

STRONGEST

forget neglect

STRONG

be idle

WEAK

be lazy

Example Sentences

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The withdrawals have coincided with Arsenal's challenge on three fronts for silverware this season, including their attempt to win a first Premier League title in 22 years.

From BBC

The city last attempted to host the event in 1990, according to the university, but it was scrapped with the Gulf War.

From Barron's

Since the 2000s, there have been multiple attempts to create an Asian version of the iconic contest, but none of those previous efforts bore fruit.

From BBC

Reaves was just four for 11 from the field and he missed all four of his three-point attempts, but he was 11 for 12 from the line.

From Los Angeles Times

A woman identified as Ciana C told OnScene she pulled over in her car and attempted to provide assistance when she saw the immediate aftermath of the crash.

From Los Angeles Times

attempt

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