try; seek; attempt; 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"

Type of:
  • act; move

Types:
  • take a dare; pick up the gauntlet
  • fight; struggle
  • have a go; give it a try
  • grope
  • endeavor; endeavour; strive
  • give it a whirl; give it a try
  • gamble; chance; risk; hazard; take chances; adventure; run a risk; take a chance
  • risk; put on the line; lay on the line


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