Synonyms: strain, strive, reach
Definition: to exert much effort or energy
Usage: straining our ears to hear
Similar words: labor, labour, push, tug, drive
Definition: strive and make an effort to reach a goal
Usage: She tugged for years to make a decent living; We have to push a little to make the deadline!; She is driving away at her doctoral thesis
Synonyms: endeavor, endeavour, strive
Definition: attempt by employing effort
Usage: we endeavor to make our customers happy
Similar words: essay, seek, assay, attempt, try
Definition: make an effort or attempt
Usage: He tried to shake off his fears; The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps; The police attempted to stop the thief; He sought to improve himself; She always seeks to do good in the world