attempted

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Andreeva, 19, has consistently attempted to deflect any discussion about the war and did the same again before playing Kostyuk.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

As Stankiewicz attempted to utter another sentence, the train’s ear-piercing horn sounded.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

More recently, the stock attempted to stabilize within a bullish ascending triangle, repeatedly stalling at the very round $200 number.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Nick Bilton, the new executive producer of “60 Minutes,” attempted to calm the waters Thursday after a chaotic week for CBS’s signature television newsmagazine program, naming a new senior producer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Clara turned her back to Boaz and attempted an eye flutter and a slightly too late laugh.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny