Attempt

Webster's Dictionary of the English Language

·vi To make an attempt;

— with upon.

II. Attempt ·vt To try to win, subdue, or overcome; as, one who attempts the virtue of a woman.

III. Attempt ·vt To try to move, by entreaty, by afflictions, or by temptations; to Tempt.

IV. Attempt ·vt To Attack; to make an effort or attack upon; to try to take by force; as, to attempt the enemy's camp.

V. Attempt ·noun A essay, trial, or endeavor; an undertaking; an attack, or an effort to gain a point; ·esp. an unsuccessful, as contrasted with a successful, effort.

VI. Attempt ·vt To make trial or experiment of; to Try; to endeavor to do or perform (some action); to Assay; as, to attempt to sing; to attempt a bold flight.

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