attempted

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The 66-year-old, who served three terms, attempted to make a comeback last year but was barred from seeking a fourth term as leader.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Granted, this upscaled, agreeably rangy treatment of an adventure storyline that wouldn’t have been out of place on the show could have attempted more.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

For the four-part BBC Radio 4 podcast series, journalists have been following Malkinson as he has attempted to rebuild his life following his release from prison in 2020.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Because of these risks, extended fasting should not be attempted without medical guidance, especially for people with diabetes, eating disorders, cardiovascular disease, or other chronic illnesses.

From Science Daily • May 17, 2026

Magic then recited the speech she had practiced with all the dramatic flair that Duane had attempted earlier.

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el