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The Clue
Tries very hard (7 letter answer)
The Answer
STRIVES
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Notes
The answer STRIVES is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1500 puzzles.
Related Clues
Attempts
Contends
Endeavors
Goes for it
Makes an effort
Tries hard
Makes a great effort
Fights with all one's might
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"