attempt

Example Sentences

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During sleep, they played sounds that reminded participants of earlier attempts to solve specific puzzles.

From Science Daily

Deulofeu's first step was to have cell treatment in an attempt to rebuild the cartilage, but he faced a setback after attempting to run again.

From BBC

He made a side-to-side move at the rim on his penultimate attempt, then sprinted the length of the court and soared for a windmill jam on his last effort.

From Los Angeles Times

There were repeated attempts in the days that followed to refloat the vessel.

From BBC

Comparing the strength of the NBA's local and international players is the latest attempt to reverse those declines.

From Barron's