attempt to overcome

Frequency: 6.58.5 per million words

To make an effort to defeat or deal with something difficult.

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Examples (10)

  • We made a sincere attempt to overcome our differences.
  • The company will attempt to overcome the ongoing financial crisis.
  • She is making a desperate attempt to overcome her addiction.
  • Scientists attempt to overcome the limitations of current technology.
  • They attempted to overcome the final obstacle but unfortunately failed.
  • The government's attempt to overcome poverty has shown some progress.
  • He must attempt to overcome his shyness if he wants the job.
  • Any attempt to overcome these legal barriers will be very difficult.
  • The athlete attempted to overcome his injury before the championship.
  • We should attempt to overcome our prejudices through better education.