Try (Noun)
Meaning
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".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- She gave it a good try but ended up failing the exam in the end.
- The coach praised the team for their try during the difficult game.
- The group's try at solving the puzzle was unsuccessful due to lack of time.
- The actress's try at playing the lead role was impressive despite her limited experience.
- His try at quitting smoking was admirable, but he eventually gave in to the habit again.
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Hyponyms
- Contribution
- Go
- Worst
- Nisus
- Trial
- Offer
- Share
- Battle
- Best
- Foray
- Crack
- Takeover Attempt
- Shot
- Essay
- Seeking
- Run
- Mug's Game
- Striving
- Struggle
- Test
- Stab
- Part
- Play
- Pass
- Power Play
- Fling
- Bid
- Squeeze
- Liberation
- Squeeze Play
- Pains
- Strain
- Batting