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attempt

verb
/əˈtɛmpt/

Meaning

to make an effort to achieve or complete something difficult

Example Sentences

He attempted to climb the mountain despite the bad weather.

Example Expressions

make an attempt

Synonyms

try, endeavor, undertake, pursue, strive

Antonyms

ignore, neglect, avoid

Collocations

attempt to do, failed attempt, first attempt, serious attempt

Related Vocabularies

To think about and begin to deal with an issue or problem.
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to express disapproval or criticism of someone or something
to find a way around an obstacle; to avoid a rule or problem cleverly
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to gain knowledge or skill by studying or experience

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