attempting
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Since the war began, Iran has claimed control over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy conduit, and repeatedly targeted vessels attempting to cross without its authorisation.
From Barron's ● Nov. 1, 2026
Presland said he had been "helped by someone he knew as Kevin" - believed to be Kevin Deely, another of those Williams is accused of attempting to murder.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
A unified stance, however, would push the SpaceX timeline to likely between 2030 and 2032, and the company could spend up to 10 years attempting to capture 20% of the U.S. market, according to Citi.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 28, 2026
Americans attempting to use superior closed-source models to defend themselves from attacks often find their efforts stymied by the filters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
A young chess master, a few years Bobby’s senior, was calling from the office phone of the Marshall Chess Club, attempting to talk Fischer into getting together.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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