attempt

Example Sentences

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"We live in a bleak time, especially for young people, and the film is an attempt at an antidote to that and to continue to dream big."

From Barron's

Ukrainian authorities say the intensifying strikes are an attempt to completely destroy Ukraine's maritime logistics.

From Barron's

"The July report highlights the government's attempt to frame the accident as being caused mainly by pilot error," Ko Jae-seung, 43, who lost both parents in the crash, said.

From Barron's

Waymo also unsuccessfully attempted to obtain a temporary restraining order against one resident who had allegedly repeatedly blocked the vehicles.

From Los Angeles Times

Today, the walls no longer move and the effect is attempted via projection technology.

From Los Angeles Times