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Definition

verb. trying to do something or make it happen.

Example Sentence

Ben was attempting to build a robot.

More Example Sentences

They are attempting to finish the project.

Synonyms

trying; striving; undertaking

Antonyms

giving up; quitting; ceasing

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Rhymes

  • empting
  • tempting

  • attempting
  • exempting
  • preempting
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