try for

verb

tried for; trying for; tries for

: to make an attempt or effort to get (something)

He tried for second place but finished third instead.

Examples of try for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The site is the Oakland Bulk and Oversized Terminal, a decommissioned Army base near the Port of Oakland run by developer Phil Tagami, who has been trying for years to turn it into a marine shipping terminal. — Los Angeles Times, 30 Sep. 2026

Judge didn't express concern about trying for a quick return from an injury to his soleus muscle, which is part of the Achilles tendon. — Cbs New York Team, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026

Dallas tried for a 59-yard field goal later in the third, but Keondre Jackson blocked Aubrey’s kick to preserve the Ravens’ 17-13 lead and regain possession at mid field. — ABC News, 27 Sep. 2026

The Padres are still looking to lock up their playoff spot, and the Dodgers are trying for 100 wins and potentially the top spot in the National League. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for try for

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore