attempt

US /əˈtempt/
UK /əˈtempt/
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1.

tentative, essai

an act of trying to achieve something, typically one that is unsuccessful or not fully completed

:
He made an attempt to climb the mountain.
Il a fait une tentative pour gravir la montagne.
The rescue attempt was successful.
La tentative de sauvetage a été couronnée de succès.
1.

tenter, essayer

to make an effort to achieve or complete (something difficult)

:
He will attempt to break the world record.
Il va tenter de battre le record du monde.
Do not attempt to open the door without permission.
N’essayez pas d’ouvrir la porte sans permission.