Showing Results for "attempting"

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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Attempting to separate particles connected by the strong force requires so much energy that entirely new particles can form during the process.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

Attempting to gain a foothold in the Brill Building, the pair first caught the attention of Jerry Wexler, who had Clyde McPhatter and LaVern Baker cut a couple of their tunes.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

"Attempting to classify foods as unhealthy simply because they are processed, or demonizing food by ignoring its full nutrient content, misleads consumers and exacerbates health disparities," Ms Gallo said in a statement.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025

Attempting to bridge these differences is a so-called "scout", whose job is to work out which parties are prepared to work together.

From Barron's • Nov. 7, 2025

Attempting to reconcile the fact that everything that has happened with the circus, with Marco, has been part of the game.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern