attempt
/əˈtɛm(p)t/ nom A2En français : tentative, essai, attentat
- The action of trying at something. · We made an attempt to cross the stream, but didn’t manage.· This poem is much better than the feeble attempt of mine.
- An assault or attack, especially an assassination attempt.
- A substantial but unsuccessful effort (to commit a crime).
- An act of trying to commit suicide · Her attempt was not successful, and resulted in her being hospitalized.
Pluriel attempts
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“I demand admittance,” said a loud voice outside the room, “in the name of the law!” As no attempt was made to prevent it, the door was opened, and a magistrate, wearing his official scarf, presented himself, followed by four soldiers and a corporal.
She was greatly excited, trembling all over, but made no other attempt to go downstairs.
So get on my back and we will make the attempt.”
A WOLF followed a flock of sheep for a long time and did not attempt to injure one of them.
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