attempting

VERB

try, make effort

Synonyms

STRONGEST

pursue seek solicit tackle undertake

STRONG

aim attack endeavor essay experiment push strive venture

WEAK

do level best exert oneself give a fling give a whirl give best shot give it a go give it a try give old college try go the limit have a crack have a go at make a run at shoot the works take a stab at take best shot take on try one's hand at

Antonyms

STRONGEST

forget neglect

STRONG

be idle

WEAK

be lazy

Example Sentences

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attempting

The researchers began by attempting to record development in 100 fertilized mouse eggs.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026

Rams defensive lineman Kobie Turner injured his elbow attempting to arm tackle Allen in 2024.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2026

Many protesters attempting to travel from outside were de-boarded en route.

From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026

In 2025, more than 900 migrants died or went missing along the sea route to Yemen and the number attempting the journey increased by 18 percent, the IOM said.

From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2026

One is attempting to pull off the driver’s-side mirror, which hangs like a broken limb.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin