as in trying
to make an effort to do
he had been in gymnastics for some time before he even considered essaying that move
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Others were trying to find a place in a growing narrative of American exceptionalism.—
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The risk to coffee production from climate change has some researchers trying to develop more climate-resistant varieties of coffee.—
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While attempting to grab the suspect, authorities believe the agent’s weapon discharged, striking both the suspect and a deputy US marshal.—
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Alexis Correa, who DHS claimed was the driver and a member of the Latin Kings, allegedly followed agents for several miles before attempting to ram the vehicle.—
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Gidwani recommends striving for a blend of aerobic (cardio) exercise and strength training to optimize mitochondrial health.—
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That dynamic is something Sandriver is striving to correct.—
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“Essaying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/essaying. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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