attempts

NOUN

try, effort

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attack bid endeavor experiment pursuit shot struggle try

STRONG

crack exertion fling go header lick stab striving trial tryout undertaking venture whack workout

WEAK

all one's got dry run one's all one's darnedest one's level best

Antonyms

STRONGEST

retreat surrender

WEAK

certainty laziness success

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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They missed a catalogue of chances against Sweden as they clocked up 25 attempts on goal - their highest total in a single World Cup match since 1998.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

By putting the bank’s own money to work on national security, he is doubling down on earlier attempts to catalyze societal changes, from fighting global warming to empowering Black citizens.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026

His 15.3 field goal attempts per game was a career low, and he was ineligible for end-of-season awards because he missed 22 regular-season games, ending his streak of 21 years with All-NBA honors.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026

Hussain tried to rekindle the relationship but the woman rebutted his attempts on numerous occasions.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

When a dancer attempts to lay an egg, it is called a grand plié.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood