attempting

VERB

try, make effort

Synonyms

STRONGEST

pursue seek solicit tackle undertake

STRONG

aim attack endeavor essay experiment push strive venture

WEAK

do level best exert oneself give a fling give a whirl give best shot give it a go give it a try give old college try go the limit have a crack have a go at make a run at shoot the works take a stab at take best shot take on try one's hand at

Antonyms

STRONGEST

forget neglect

STRONG

be idle

WEAK

be lazy

Example Sentences

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The 104-year-old insurer is attempting to leapfrog its business model into the 21st century with the help of artificial intelligence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 9, 2026

“I do understand that Eric was attempting to deescalate a conflict during the holiday block party with children and families,” Gipson wrote.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

Scientists working on concepts such as string theory and quantum gravity are attempting to reconcile quantum mechanics with Einstein's theory of relativity, one of the biggest unsolved problems in modern physics.

From Science Daily • Jul. 5, 2026

He also stood at the "Door of Europe" memorial for those who had perished attempting the crossing and spoke to a migrant family.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

Libya—Mu’ammar Gadhafi was attempting to ingratiate himself with the United States and couldn’t take the chance of antagonizing President Bush.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady