tried

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Hatton had unsuccessfully tried to befriend the old place on nine previous visits and, after starting with a two-over par 74 on Thursday, finally managed to ingratiate himself on Friday.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Yun Sun, director of the China program of the Washington-based Stimson Center, said China's reticence was out of character and suspected Iran may have strategically tried to emphasize Beijing's power of persuasion.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

The flight attendants tried to appease and quiet the complaining passenger.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 10, 2026

If you’ve ever located the game, then sobbed softly on the couch as you tried for the 17th time to remember your password, you may think justice is coming.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

He tried it, and the stench became bearable, although it still caught at his eyes and throat.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver