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Achievement OrientedPlay
Use 'try for' when expressing a strong intention or determination to achieve something. SlideI'm going to try for the best grades this semester.
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Aspiring AttitudePlay
'Try for' carries a motivational tone, suggesting ambition and the pursuit of a specific target or opportunity. SlideTom will try for the lead role in the school play.
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Focused AttemptPlay
Highlighting one's effort to secure something specific and not something in general. SlideShe's going to try for the scholarship offered by the tech company.