The phrase "associations trying" is not a complete or clear expression in written English.
It may be used in contexts where you are discussing efforts or attempts made by associations, but it requires additional context to convey a complete thought.
Example: "The associations trying to improve community health are hosting a series of workshops."
Alternatives: "groups attempting" or "organizations striving".
"He and the other candidates are going round the world in secret and in private with the associations trying to get their vote, Collins said.
Both men, who are Democrats, have been campaigning before the valley's civic groups and homeowners' associations, trying to capture the valley's undecided moderate voters, who proved crucial in the election of the current mayor, Richard J. Riordan, a Republican, eight years ago.
Economists said the outflow stemmed from three factors: deliberate shrinkage by solvent savings associations trying to meet stringent new capital requirements; a cut in the high interest rates offered by failed institutions after they come under Government control, and a lingering lack of confidence among depositors, despite Government insurance guaranteeing each account up to $100,000.
Adrienne Krikorian, an attorney who has had to rent an apartment while her Sherman Oaks condo is being repaired, represents three condominium associations trying to persuade federal officials to change the current FEMA policy.
"The problem is the linkage between economic power and political power," said Daniela Haug, 49, a commercial producer and photographer who joined several friends for the crash course on how interest groups, businesses and trade associations try to affect policy.
The Army rescue operations, too, first set their focus on tourists and the VIPs while relief camps run by neighborhood associations tried to rescue people from areas uncovered by armed forces and the authorities.
And after Mitchell finished, there was Commissioner Bud Selig, bobbing and weaving through a news conference, and later Donald Fehr of the players association, trying to drown the report with typical legalese.
A volunteer from the parents association tried to reassure him.
Residents protested when the association tried to use some of the buildings as office space.
Mr. Kulca's association tries to stop the inevitable, at least on a small scale.
Kelly said the association tried to cut other areas before trimming athletic programs.
