attempted

[US]/əˈtemptɪd/
[UK]/əˈtemptɪd/

Translation

v.past tense and past participle of attempt; tried to do something; tried to capture or conquer (fortresses, strongholds, etc.); tried to conquer (mountains)
adj.not successful; intended but not completed

Phrases & Collocations

attempted to climb

attempted robbery

attempted solution

attempted suicide

attempted entry

attempted repair

attempted theft

attempted breakthrough

attempted escape

attempted pass

Example Sentences

he attempted to climb the mountain but failed.

the company attempted to increase sales with a new marketing campaign.

she attempted to answer the question, but wasn't sure.

the burglar attempted to break into the house last night.

we attempted to contact him several times without success.

the athlete attempted a new world record in the competition.

the team attempted a difficult pass during the final seconds.

he attempted to explain his actions, but no one understood.

the scientist attempted to replicate the experiment in the lab.

she attempted to calm the crying child with a lullaby.

the chef attempted to recreate the classic dish from memory.

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