attempt
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The venture, the biggest attempt yet by Google to sell and monetize its own chips to external parties, will sharpen a rivalry with Nvidia, the market leader in AI computing.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
On Friday, Labour's ruling National Executive Committee, which had blocked Burnham's previous attempt to stand in a by-election in January, cleared him to seek selection as Labour's candidate in Makerfield.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
As most mountaineers attempt the ascent with the help of at least one Nepali guide, about a thousand climbers are expected to head for the summit in the next few days.
From Barron's • May 17, 2026
Instead, the USC commit surprised himself by clearing the first four heights on his first attempt.
From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026
JB made no attempt to stop him because he was spinning around, following the arc of the Elucidator.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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