tried

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Second baseman Alex Freeland tried to hit Rojas in stride with his throw and was charged with an error when it got away and the go-ahead run scored.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2026

Belgium dominated the opening half, outshooting the Americans 11-3 and putting five of those tries on goal, an edge U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino tried to address by subbing Dest off at halftime for Gio Reyna.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 7, 2026

Henderson, 36, landed awkwardly on his arm as he tried to hurdle the advertising hoardings during England's celebrations, and was taken from the field on a stretcher.

From BBC • Jul. 7, 2026

While he cried out for help and tried to pray to stay calm as the aftershocks continued, rescuers outside were trying to locate him.

From Barron's • Jul. 7, 2026

“She tried, but she was awful,” Dad says.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold