To try



Exemple : They try again after failing once

Definition


"To try" means to make an effort or attempt to do something, especially when the outcome is uncertain. It involves putting in some level of determination or energy to achieve a goal or complete a task, as in the phrase 'They try again after failing once.'

Étymologie


The verb "to try" originates from the Old French word 'trier,' meaning to pick out or choose, which itself comes from the Latin 'tritare,' meaning to rub or grind. Over time, it evolved in English to mean making an effort or attempt. Did you know that its early uses were related to testing or sifting things to determine quality?

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"To try" figure dans la liste Vocaplus "Anglais - Général - (Mixte) - partie 1", qui contient 20 mots fréquemment utilisés.
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