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Noun
- the act of attacking
- attacks on women increased last year
- they made an attempt on his life
- earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
- made an effort to cover all the reading material
- wished him luck in his endeavor
Verb
- enter upon an activity or enterprise
- make an effort or attempt
- 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