English to English noun
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an analytic or interpretive literary composition | source: wordnet30 source: wordnet30
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An effort made, or exertion of body or mind, for the performance of anything; a trial; attempt; as, to make an essay to benefit a friend. | source: webster1913 verb
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make an effort or attempt | Example:
• He tried to shake off his fears • The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps • The police attempted to stop the thief • He sought to improve himself • She always seeks to do good in the world
source: wordnet30
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put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to | Example:
• This approach has been tried with good results • Test this recipe
source: wordnet30
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To exert one's power or faculties upon; to make an effort to perform; to attempt; to endeavor; to make experiment or trial of; to try. | source: webster1913
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