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The phrase "admit to try" is not correct in written English.
It seems to be an incomplete expression and lacks clarity in its intended meaning.
Example: "I have to admit to trying my best in this competition."
Alternatives: "acknowledge attempting" or "confess to trying".
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"Part of the logic behind these exhibitions is, I admit, to try and get an audience from the city to come discover the museum," said Peter C. Sutton, executive director of the Bruce.
I have heeded the advice offered in an article on this very site about how to stay positive and have been keeping myself very busy — partly, I must admit, to try and distract myself from the cringe-worthy memories of my fainting incident at the BAFTAs.
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And while he would not admit to trying it, Girardi offered a prediction for why his teammates did it.
Deciding what to wear was of paramount importance, of course, and I will admit to trying on several outfits before being satisfied.
But few players admit to trying even harder in the very biggest games.
I'm sure they wouldn't even admit to trying to battle Internet Explorer.
Norwich manager Chris Hughton would not be drawn on the bid for Hooper but did admit to trying to bolster his striking options.
Despite 30 years of "Just Say No," half of high-school seniors admit to trying marijuana.
The Boy began flying at thirteen and I fully admit to trying everything I could to stop him from pursuing it.
Women may not want to admit to trying for a pregnancy, and cutting alcohol out of their lifestyle could be difficult.
"You admitted to trying to break Mr. Botha's arm," Ayoub said.
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