feeble effort

Frequency: 6.58.5 per million words

An action requiring exertion that is weak or ineffective.

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Examples (10)

  • His feeble effort to lift the heavy box was unsuccessful.
  • The student made a feeble effort to complete the assignment on time.
  • Despite her feeble effort to explain, no one understood her point.
  • The team's feeble effort in the second half cost them the game.
  • She made only a feeble effort to hide her disappointment.
  • After the illness, his feeble effort to walk was heartbreaking to watch.
  • The politician's feeble effort to address the crisis satisfied no one.
  • Their feeble effort to repair the relationship failed completely.
  • The company's feeble effort to improve customer service was inadequate.
  • Even her feeble effort to smile couldn't mask her sadness.