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trying

[trahy-ing] / ˈtraɪ ɪŋ /


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She stopped after Judith, one of her favorites, was killed by a car while trying to cross a highway.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

The airline is trying to shore up operations as it heads into the busy summer travel season.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

But having signed a new contract, O'Neill and his young, growing group of players can have their full focus on trying to reach a major tournament.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Ferrari is certainly trying to make potential buyers forget that the Luce is an EV.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

While I’m annoyed at her right now, I know she wasn’t trying to be controlling.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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