valiant attempt
Frequency: 5.01.5 per million words
A brave and determined try to do something, especially when it is difficult or has failed.
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- He made a valiant attempt to rescue the drowning swimmer.
- Despite their valiant attempt, the team lost the game.
- It was a valiant attempt to climb the mountain in winter.
- She made a valiant attempt to smile despite the bad news.
- The doctors made a valiant attempt to save his life.
- His valiant attempt to learn French before the trip was admirable.
- They made a valiant attempt to finish the project on time.
- It was a valiant attempt at reconciliation, but it failed.
- The firefighters made a valiant attempt to control the blaze.
- We appreciate your valiant attempt to solve this complex problem.