attempting

VERB

try, make effort

Synonyms

STRONGEST

pursue seek solicit tackle undertake

STRONG

aim attack endeavor essay experiment push strive venture

WEAK

do level best exert oneself give a fling give a whirl give best shot give it a go give it a try give old college try go the limit have a crack have a go at make a run at shoot the works take a stab at take best shot take on try one's hand at

Antonyms

STRONGEST

forget neglect

STRONG

be idle

WEAK

be lazy

Example Sentences

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attempting

The tragedy comes amid renewed concerns over the dangers facing migrant attempting to reach Europe by sea.

From BBC ● Nov. 9, 2026

The robotic system has spent six months in orbit attempting to construct a reflector antenna measuring 1.4 meters across.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 9, 2026

Gulf foreign ministers have been attempting to arrange either a call with Trump or a high-level meeting in Washington to make the case for a deal, people familiar with the discussions said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 7, 2026

They’re attempting to rebrand the building as Sanctuary, and running all events and ticketing via Sanctuarydtla.com.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2026

Celia shuts her eyes, attempting to concentrate, but it has always been difficult to push him away once he has grabbed ahold of her, and she cannot manage it.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

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