tried

Example Sentences

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Feeling angrily outcast from her community, Mary tried to rise from her station by assuming a variety of disguises.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

So as far as possible, I tried to remind myself that that was a sign of almost being in touch with the material.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

He buzzed about the streets of Clydebank while his brothers tried to make their way in the game.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Even with their own costs rising, businesses so far have not tried to pass all of these new expenses along to their customers, who are resistant to paying more after five years of higher inflation.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

Maggie tried not to appear too eager, but she took a big drink.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith