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Example sentences for: tried

How can you use “tried” in a sentence? Here are some example sentences to help you improve your vocabulary:

I have tried various arguments to convince this person but with no luck.
Pinochet's speech "tried to justify his decision to seize control of Chile."
A piece proposes Clinton's best-case "alternative narrative": He bonded with Lewinsky over her unhappy childhood and gave her career advice; she became obsessed with him and sent him gifts; he tried to help her while gradually pushing her away.
We also tried the Jog Mate Protein Tube (the one you thought smelled like meat, Eliza).
An outer layer is clearly necessary in these conditions, even when you're vigorously exercising (which I tried to do in the freezer until I quickly became lightheaded from the icy air).