attempted

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The EBU has attempted to address concerns raised by Gorščak and other executives by reducing the maximum votes per viewer to 10 this year.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The church and some social media companies have attempted to contain the spread of speed running content online.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

Drug makers in recent years have attempted to limit the number of contract pharmacies to which they provide discounts to prevent abuse.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

He was uninjured in the attempted attack and has called for the dinner to be rescheduled.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Almost every day Fischer’s team attempted a new strategy.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady