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The Clue
Tried very hard (6 letter answer)
The Answer
STROVE
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Notes
The answer STROVE is uncommon, appearing about once every 550 puzzles.
Related Clues
Contended
Endeavored
Fought
Struggled
Tried
Aimed
Made an effort
Took pains
Tried hard
Tried mightily
Went for it
Worked hard
Spared no effort
Definition
STRIVE as a verb:
1. (endeavor, endeavour, strive) = attempt by employing effort; "we endeavor to make our customers happy"
2. (strive, reach, strain) = to exert much effort or energy; "straining our ears to hear"