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attempt v. [
try, seek, essay, assay] make an effort or attempt; "He tried to shake off his fears"; "The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps"; "The police attempted to stop the thief"; "He sought to improve himself"; "She always seeks to do good in the world"
. wn #2
attempt n. [
effort, endeavor, endeavour, try] earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something; "made an effort to cover all the reading material"; "wished him luck in his endeavor"; "she gave it a good try"
. wn #3
attempt v. [
undertake, set about] enter upon an activity or enterprise
. wn #4
attempt n. [
attack] the act of attacking; "attacks on women increased last year"; "they made an attempt on his life"
. wn