attempted

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On Thursday, JPMorgan Chase boss Jamie Dimon attempted to defend Winters, a former protégé.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Treasury has attempted to limit its interest costs by twisting its borrowing toward short-term bills and away from intermediate- and long-term notes and bonds, which carry higher yields.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Denyer said she had been struggling with persistent health issues, which she attempted to manage alongside the long hours and significant responsibility her work entails.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

"The team attempted to insert a central line pursuant to the protocol, but the procedure was unsuccessful," the statement continued.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Turning to Hubert Humphrey, he attempted a joke.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin