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endeavored

VERB

attempt to achieve something

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aspire bid for strive take pains undertake

STRONG

address aim apply assay buck determine dig essay grind hassle hump hustle intend labor offer plug purpose push risk scratch seek strain struggle sweat try venture

WEAK

do one's best drive at go for go for broke hammer away have a crack have a shot at have a swing at make a run at make an effort peg away pour it on take on

Antonyms

STRONGEST

forget

STRONG

conceal hide idle ignore laze neglect overlook pass rest withhold

WEAK

be idle procrastinate put off

Example Sentences

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But it said on the evidence available that staff had endeavoured to support her through periods of stress and distress.

From BBC • Jan. 31, 2025

The research team therefore endeavoured to find the perfect balance between sweetness and texture.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2024

At this point, it should be no surprise that Hibs stuck to their guns and endeavoured to play their brand of football at the home of the champions.

From BBC • Dec. 6, 2023

"I have endeavoured to follow that counsel throughout my tenure, and have always sought to comply with the disclosure guidelines," the statement added.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2023

Bessie now endeavoured to persuade her to take a sedative draught: she succeeded with difficulty.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë