attempted

Example Sentences

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The attempted incursion by Iranian forces occurred on May 2, according to a Kuwait army spokesman, who said the next day that four people had tried to enter the country by sea and were apprehended.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Like many software providers, Monday.com has attempted to push back by integrating AI into its products, unveiling an AI agent builder and a tool for clients to code their own work applications.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

This marks the second time Cerebras has attempted to go public.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

Officials have attempted to reconstruct their journey through Argentina, Chile and Uruguay, before they boarded the ship in Ushuaia, largely using border entry and exit records.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

I lurched backward, black spots blooming in my vision as he attempted to pry the cuff off his arm.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin