attempt
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In what was seen as an attempt to minimise doubts among potential supporters, he took the unusual move of releasing private messages he had exchanged with the peer, insisting they had never been close friends.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Paramount Skydance has defended its attempt to buy the legendary Warner Bros. studio, in a letter to California's top lawyer whose office is probing the $110 billion bid, US media reported Tuesday.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
Most attempt the ascent with at least one Nepali guide, who do not require permits.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
The move marks EQT’s last-ditch attempt to reach a friendly deal after some Intertek shareholders signaled, even before the latest offer was disclosed, that they wanted the company to engage with its suitor.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026
But what if he didn’t have as much energy for that attempt?
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
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