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

There have been some concerns that a requirement to leave the field for one minute could lead to players, both goalkeepers and outfield, attempting to play on with an injury.

From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026

On Sunday, Iran's armed forces stopped six vessels attempting to transit the Hormuz strait over the past 24 hours after warnings, according to state television.

From Barron's ● Jul. 26, 2026

Demoncay ended up ⁠on the ground after attempting to intervene, falling heavily.

From BBC ● Jul. 26, 2026

“It’s a sure thing, which feels better emotionally than attempting something with a 50/50 likelihood. Taking home $65,000 feels better than taking a risk where you go home with zero.”

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026

Bailey has not considered this, as he has been taking this endeavor one step at a time, attempting not to worry about what might happen once they reach Boston.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern