attempted

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Bjorn Borg attempted a comeback after his shocking early retirement, but he’d probably like us to forget that ever happened.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has attempted to dampen growing diplomatic tensions between Kyiv and Warsaw.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

Defendants charged with attempted murder will no longer be eligible for diversion under the new bill.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 18, 2026

The BBC attempted to contact Law through her publishing company.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

The smaller children were hauled off to bed, but no one else attempted to leave.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer