try for

• Фразовый глагол, используемый для обозначения попытки достичь или получить что-либо, часто с усилием или в условиях конкуренции.

A phrasal verb used to indicate making an attempt to achieve or obtain something, often with effort or competition.

uncountable · intransitive · phrasal, inseparable

1. Attempt to achieveinformal

   To make an effort to obtain or achieve something, often a goal or position.

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   • She is trying for a promotion at work.
   • He tried for a scholarship to study abroad.
   • They are trying for a baby.

   Synonymsgo afterpursueseek

   Antonymsabandonforgorelinquishrenouncesurrender

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