Use the verb "try" when you do something for the first time or you do something that is difficult. A person who tries doesn’t give up. (give up = stop trying).
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The students tried to get all of their work done before the end of class.
Farnoosh tries and tries but she still doesn’t understand certain verbs in English.
You should try this bike. It’s very comfortable. (try = use something or try something for the first time.)
Do you want to try this restaurant?
Try to call me when you arrive in Los Angeles.
I tried calling her, but there was no answer.
Henrietta tried on several pairs of shoes at the shoe store.
Everything is being tried by the doctors to save the man’s life. (The verb "try" in this sentence is in the present continuous passive voice.)
Let’s try to get to bed early tonight.
Charles and Doris have tried to be good parents to their children.
You aren’t trying hard enough. Keep trying!
He tried to motivate his chickens to lay more eggs.
