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How to pronounce attempt
Say it like this: /əˈtɛmpt/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does attempt mean?
verbTo try.
“to attempt an escape from prison”
To try to move, by entreaty, by afflictions, or by temptations; to tempt.
“It made the laughter of an afternoon / That Vivien should attempt the blameless king.”
To try to win, subdue, or overcome.
“one who attempts the virtue of a woman”
nounThe action of trying at something.
“It was worth the attempt.”
An assault or attack, especially an assassination attempt.
“No man can charge us of any attempt against the realm.”
A substantial but unsuccessful effort (to commit a crime).
“Whoever voluntarily abandons the further commission of the offence or prevents its completion incurs no penalty for attempt.”
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