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Attempt means to make an effort to do something. (verb)

An example of attempt is to try to complete a large jigsaw puzzle in one sitting.

An attempt is an effort made to accomplish something. (noun)

An example of an attempt is a baby trying to take his first few steps.

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See attempt in Webster's New World College Dictionary

See attempt in American Heritage Dictionary 4

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