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tries

American  
[trahyz] / traɪz /

noun

  1. plural of try.

verb

  1. third person singular present indicative of try.

    She tries to be at the head of her class.

Example Sentences

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There is a bigger pressure on Zhao as he tries to overcome the so-called Crucible Curse, which has not seen any of the 20 first-time winners go on to retain their title the following year.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

If “The Christophers” is to be believed, art that tries to imitate a certain style is little more than hollow, emotionless posturing.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

“Normal” tries to do the same but is unsuccessful.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Graham meanwhile tries to process his lingering grief with the help of a local pastor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

“You know I’m a naturally kind and giving person,” he tries again.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse

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