try for

VERB

angle (for)

Synonyms

WEAK

aim for be after cast about for connive conspire contrive fish for hint hunt invite look for maneuver plan plot scheme seek solicit strive

VERB

pursue

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attempt seek

STRONG

desire purpose

WEAK

aim for aspire to go in for go out for have a go at strive for work for work toward

Antonyms

WEAK

discontinue eschew give up ignore retreat run away shun stop

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This is at least Kapelovitz’s fourth try for office, following failed runs for L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

She says she's not ready to try for another baby because of her experience.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Bounce with your hands in front of you as if you’re driving a car down a rocky street, or put your hand above your head and try for an elegant, ballerina-inspired twirl.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

Fin Smith was fortunate that Lorenzo Cannone's charge-down of his 13th-minute kick did not result in a try for Italy.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

How can we make Archie try for the marbles?

From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier

try for

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