Try for

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verb

To make an attempt at achieving or attain something.

He decided to try for a scholarship at the university.
Visual representation of "try for" - To make an attempt at achieving or attain something

Often appears as...

  • try for a job
  • try for a goal
Definition 1 of 4
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Achievement Oriented

Use 'try for' when expressing a strong intention or determination to achieve something.

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I'm going to try for the best grades this semester.
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Aspiring Attitude

'Try for' carries a motivational tone, suggesting ambition and the pursuit of a specific target or opportunity.

Illustration for Aspiring Attitude
Tom will try for the lead role in the school play.
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Focused Attempt

Highlighting one's effort to secure something specific and not something in general.

Illustration for Focused Attempt
She's going to try for the scholarship offered by the tech company.
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