Plural of attempt
regular plural
The plural of attempt is attempts.
Forms of attempt
| Singular | attempt /əˈtɛmpt/ |
|---|---|
| Plural | attempts /əˈtɛmpts/ |
| Countable | countable |
Attempts in a sentence
- one who attempts the virtue of a woman
- Whoever takes a direct and immediate step towards the realisation of the offence as envisaged by them attempts to commit an offence.2021, “German Criminal Code”, in gesetze-im-internet.de
- He argues against attempts to splice different genres or species of literature into a single composition.From the entry splice
- A base jumper attempts to freefall for as long as possible before triggering the parachute.From the entry freefall
- Academia continues to provide scientific education, despite attempts to turn it into a system of professional schooling.From the entry academia
Meaning of attempt
- verb To try.
- verb To try to move, by entreaty, by afflictions, or by temptations; to tempt.
- verb To try to win, subdue, or overcome.
Questions about the plural of attempt
- What is the plural of attempt?
- The plural of attempt is attempts.
- Is attempt countable?
- Attempt is a countable noun.
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