"attempt" in inglés with examples - Collocation dictionary inglés
- The site was raised several feet in an attempt to prevent further flooding, although it was not entirely successful.
- She raises her hands in an attempt to articulate words she cannot form.
- Two rivals raised their bids last week in a late attempt to get the property.
- But it also raised some fares in an attempt to compensate for revenue lost through the many reductions.
- "I couldn't do it," she complained when Paige raised the issue in an attempt to get to the heart of the problem.
- He raised his voice unthinkingly, in a frustrated attempt to encourage comprehension.
- The bank has raised interest rates five times since November in an attempt to slow rising home prices and consumer spending.
- Behind her, Carol had raised a hand in a vain attempt to shield herself from the cameras.
- He raised his own hand in an awkward attempt to match the captain's gesture.
- The wizard raised his chin in an attempt to look imperious.
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