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in attempt vs attempts

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'In attempt' is used when referring to a single specific effort or try, while 'attempts' is used when talking about multiple efforts or tries.

Last updated: March 17, 2024

in attempt

This phrase is correct when referring to a single specific effort or try.

Use 'in attempt' when you want to talk about a single specific effort or try to achieve something.

Examples:

  • In attempt to fix the issue, he restarted the computer.

Alternatives:

  • in an attempt
  • in the attempt

attempts

This phrase is correct when talking about multiple efforts or tries.

Use 'attempts' when you want to refer to multiple efforts or tries made to achieve something.

Examples:

  • His attempts to learn a new language were unsuccessful.

Alternatives:

  • efforts
  • tries

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