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Discover LudwigThe phrase "was trying" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it when referring to a past action. For example: "He was trying his best to get the job done on time."
Dictionary
was trying
verb
To attempt; to endeavour. Followed by infinitive.
Exact(60)
But she was trying.
"Everyone was trying".
"But he was trying?
I was trying.
"I was trying to compensate".
"He was trying to survive".
"It was trying," he said.
"I was trying pitch inside".
Ruhullah was trying to participate.
He was trying to fight through it.
"I was trying to cross the road".
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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.

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CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com