attempt

Definition

  • verb: to try to do (something)
  • verb: to make an effort to do, accomplish, solve, or effect
  • often followed by 'to + verb'
  • synonyms: try, tempt, attack

Examples

  • It was a successful 'attempt at' climbing Mount Everest. = It was a successful 'attempt on' Mount Everest.

  • In an 'attempt' [='effort'] to raise money, the school will begin charging admission to school concerts.

  • She failed her driving test on the first 'attempt' but she succeeded on her second 'attempt'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) gather all of your strength and all of your sweetness into an iron ball. For we will attack again and again. Until we reach and overcome their king, or we die in the attempt! - SOLDIERS: We attack! - Attack! Attack! Attack! Blow the horns! -(HORN BLARING) -Beat the drums and have courage! (..)
    2016 TvShow: Vikings Title: The Last Ship Season: 4 Episode 10