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

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

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2026

Okoth said most of the people attempting the journey were from Ethiopia or Somalia.

From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2026

It is most likely James who will be attempting to re-take his place from Henderson when back, but the diagnosis on his knee issues remains uncertain.

From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2026

Ukraine is attempting to ship more grains via the Danube River, Commerzbank adds.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026

“Little fairy,” it said to her in a completely monotone yet booming voice, “you do not know what you are attempting to do.”

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley