attempted
Example Sentences
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It turned out that a Mythos agent had created "malicious code" and attempted to insert it into GitHub's system.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
Beijing’s scrutiny of red-chip structures has been growing since Meta Platforms’ attempted acquisition of AI startup Manus raised concerns about national security, according to the people.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
I should note that Meta has attempted to push back against the “pervert glasses” reputation by banning nonconsensual content from its platforms and creators that violate its policy.
From Slate ● Aug. 5, 2026
The gene's attempted transfer therefore ended as a jump into an empty cell.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 5, 2026
The smaller children were hauled off to bed, but no one else attempted to leave.
From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer
