Sentence examples for ago while attempting to from inspiring English sources

Suggestions(1)

The phrase "ago while attempting to" is not correct in written English as it combines two conflicting time references.
It cannot be used effectively in any context due to the inconsistency in time expression.
Example: N/A
Alternatives: "while trying to" or "in the process of attempting to".

Exact(2)

A FEW weeks ago, while attempting to enjoy a steak dinner at the ridiculous hour of 5 p.m. because who can get a last-minute reservation at Peter Luger at a civilized hour, I overheard a New York couple lamenting to a couple from Texas that the city was just not what it used to be.

Jane and I have never really gotten along; partly because of the time I accidentally started a small kitchen fire in their home a few Thamksgivings ago while attempting to deep fry a turkey for the first time, but primarily because she's constantly catching me looking at Lily's ass.

Similar(58)

"About a week ago, we were sitting outside a restaurant having an intense debate about the children, and I held Nigella's neck repeatedly while attempting to emphasize my point," Saatchi told the Independent.

While attempting to escape, Maxentius drowned.

But while attempting to bunt, Timo Perez popped out to Moeller.

Aaron Feis was killed while attempting to protect students from gunfire.

He may have died while attempting to return to Gaul.

He also broke her wristwatch while attempting to steal it.

Please try again later," while attempting to use the app.

house on fire while attempting to burn incriminating documents.

The two were arrested around 10 days ago while attempting to cross into the country from Syria, according to a number of local sources, including the Arabic language As-Safir daily, which reported that there had been "coordination with foreign intelligence agencies".

Show more...

Ludwig, your English writing platform

Write better and faster with AI suggestions while staying true to your unique style.

Student

Used by millions of students, scientific researchers, professional translators and editors from all over the world!

MitStanfordHarvardAustralian Nationa UniversityNanyangOxford

Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak quote

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak

CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com

Get started for free

Unlock your writing potential with Ludwig

Letters

Most frequent sentences: