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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There were flashes of brilliance, with a number of serves clocking in excess of 120mph, but Williams' movement looked laboured and she often conceded points without even attempting to reach the ball.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

While the regional jet was broadcasting its location while attempting to land at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, it wasn’t equipped with ADS-B In.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

The mission attempting unprecedented maneuvers has a projected cost of $30 million to save the device, which originally cost $250 million.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

Hollywood actress Elisha Cuthbert is once again attempting to offload her luxurious Los Angeles pad for nearly $2.1 million—mere weeks after making a sudden return to acting following a yearslong hiatus from onscreen work.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

“Little fairy,” it said to her in a completely monotone yet booming voice, “you do not know what you are attempting to do.”

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley