[ verb ]
■ make an effort or attempt
e.g.)
・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
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assay
,
attempt
,
essay
,
seek
,
try
[ verb ]
■ attempt by employing effort
e.g.)
・we endeavor to make our customers happy
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endeavor
,
endeavour
,
strive
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