attempted

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Acknowledging injuries to his full-backs as well as the underwhelming form of his wide units, Tuchel has attempted to introduce alternative methods of attack in recent games.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

She said she has attempted to connect with her brothers but was rebuffed.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

The two attempted to keep talking as they were played off by a saxophonist, which host Druski had warned about earlier in the evening.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

The White House and the Transportation Department, which attempted to block the funds last year, didn’t respond to requests for comment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

She attempted to comb her hair with her fingers, but it was far too knotted.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer