attempted

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And it is based on a type of attempted economic revolution in the pricing mechanism that clearly does value a certain type of fan more - those on the diagonally upwards line of that graph.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Thousands of football fans attempted to shove their way into Mexico City's official World Cup fan zone on Thursday, creating chaotic scenes shortly before kick-off in the opening game.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Steel has attempted to replace Mon Valley’s creaky hot-strip line in the past.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

A middle-aged hiker was found dead in the Hollywood Hills Saturday afternoon after an attempted rescue by air, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

They joined hands as a male medium attempted communication with the spirits—Are you there?

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock