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attempting

v.
B1 Intermediate US //əˈtɛmptɪŋ// UK //ɐtˈɛmptɪŋ// at·tempt·ing

v. trying to do something, especially when it is difficult or new. You use this when you are making an effort to finish a task.

v. making an effort to achieve or complete a difficult task or action. Often implies that the outcome is uncertain or that the task requires significant exertion.


SIMPLE

She is attempting to fix her computer by herself.

CONTEXTUAL

The rescue team is currently attempting to reach the hikers stranded on the mountain before the storm worsens.

COMPLEX

By attempting to reconcile these two conflicting theories, the researcher hoped to provide a more unified framework for future physics experiments.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and is frequently followed by a to-infinitive or a direct noun object.

Pitfall

he is attempting for winhe is attempting to winThe verb should be followed by a to-infinitive, not the preposition 'for'.

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