am trying
- present progressive of try (1st person singular).
Example Sentences
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“While I am trying to deliver the product, suddenly the tariff increased from 25% to 100%,” Wang said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026
"I am trying to see the beauty in life and to keep going despite it all," said Shervin.
From Barron's ● Apr. 30, 2026
“I am trying to embrace more of those aspects.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 21, 2026
Bhattacharya explained, "I am trying to understand how lithium and pyrite could be associated with one another."
From Science Daily ● Apr. 16, 2026
“Excuse me if you please I am trying to rest!” he yells at us.
From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini
