attempt
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In an attempt to bolster their story, they even submitted a video of the incident — but it ultimately would be their undoing, authorities said.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026
“Singling out Sharia law feels like it’s just an attempt to kind of fearmonger against Muslims and Islamic religious practices,” Sinnar said.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026
In a dismally unwise attempt to curry favor and get a lighter sentence, he gives the authorities the name of the perpetrator—making up the tale.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
An attempt, it seemed, to brush the subject away.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
But even after getting it to spark, it seemed a sad and inconsequential attempt against the dim light and thick air.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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