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try seek attempt essay assay

Make an effort or attempt WordNet 3.0

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Make an effort or attempt WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

To exert oneself to do or effect something; to make an effort or attempt. OmegaWiki

To attack; to make an effort or attack upon; to try to take by force. Wiktionary

To attempt, endeavour, try. Wiktionary

To attempt; to endeavour. Followed by infinitive. Wiktionary

To attempt. Wiktionary (translation)

He tried to shake off his fears WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

The police attempted to stop the thief WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

He sought to improve himself WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

She always seeks to do good in the world WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

To attempt the enemy's camp. Wiktionary

Our company does not seek to limit its employees from using the internet or engaging in social networking. Wiktionary

I tried to rollerblade, but I couldn’t. Wiktionary

I'll come to dinner soon. I'm trying to beat this level first. Wiktionary

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WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

try, seek, attempt, essay, assay

Wiktionary

attempt, seek, try

OmegaWiki

attempt, endeavour, try

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