in an attempt to
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in an attempt to(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. en un intento de
In an attempt to make up with my sister, I made things worse between us.En un intento de hacer los pases con mi hermana, empeoré las cosas entre nosotros.
b. con el propósito de
In an attempt to call my friend, I called my teacher at two in the morning by accident.Con el propósito de llamar a mi amigo, llamé a mi maestra sin querer a las dos de la mañana.
c. con la intención de
In an attempt to trap the burglar, the police put agents at every door of the bank.Con la intención de atrapar al ladrón, policía puso agentes en cada puerta del banco.
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