good effort

Example Sentences

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"I thought the bowlers gave a good effort and they never stopped trying," Chase said.

From Barron's • Dec. 22, 2025

“The fallen heroes, wherever they were, they were looking upon us and saying, ‘Yeah, good effort.

From BBC • Aug. 14, 2024

“It was a really good effort by Luis Castillo,” Servais said.

From Washington Times • Aug. 17, 2023

“By and large it was a really good effort, especially coming off of an emotional win and then dealing with a quick turnaround,” Few said.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 14, 2023

You must make a good effort to welcome him and be friendly.’

From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill