noun
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
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- made an effort to cover all the reading material
- wished him luck in his endeavor
- she gave it a good try
noun
the act of attacking
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- attacks on women increased last year
- they made an attempt on his life
verb
make an effort or attempt
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- He tried to shake off his fears
- The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps
- The police attempted to stop the thief
- He sought to improve himself
- She always seeks to do good in the world
verb
enter upon an activity or enterprise
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