attempted

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Even though she ranks in the top 10 in free throws attempted, the officials are never right.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

Last week, the beloved Sesame Street character attempted what seemed like a harmless gesture of sportsmanship, posting support for both teams competing in the Finals.

From Salon • Jun. 7, 2026

Russian cosmonauts, station commander Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and flight engineer Sergei Mikaev, attempted to fix the problem.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Never mind that Brunson had attempted 29 shots and missed 19 of them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

“Help me, Stars,” Seven said as she attempted to jump across, using the way-too-slippery rocks to land on.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega