Example Sentences

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Steel has attempted to replace Mon Valley’s creaky hot-strip line in the past.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

The EBU has attempted to address concerns raised by Gorščak and other executives by reducing the maximum votes per viewer to 10 this year.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

This is the second time he has attempted to offload the picturesque property.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026

McOsker said he is concerned that Fred Brown’s never has attempted a large-scale treatment center like the one it has proposed on Western Avenue.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

“I’d say several things are your magic. And more things coming, if I’m not mistaken. Though it does look as though someone has attempted to hide your magic from you.”

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill