attempted

Example Sentences

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Thousands of football fans attempted to shove their way into Mexico City's official World Cup fan zone on Thursday, creating chaotic scenes shortly before kick-off in the opening game.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Among these is an account of how the engines attempted to relight after their fuel supply was restored.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Steel has attempted to replace Mon Valley’s creaky hot-strip line in the past.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

A middle-aged hiker was found dead in the Hollywood Hills Saturday afternoon after an attempted rescue by air, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

He began making donations to worthy causes; he wouldn’t have sex, because he wasn’t married; he scorned profanity and pornography; and he attempted to follow the Ten Commandments in every detail.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady