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try to call vs try calling

Both 'try to call' and 'try calling' are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Try to call' is used when you want to emphasize the intention or effort to make a call, while 'try calling' is used when suggesting a possible action or solution.

Last updated: March 20, 2024 • 2224 views

try to call

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to emphasize the intention or effort to make a call.

This phrase is used when you want to highlight the intention or effort to make a call. It implies that the action of calling is attempted or intended.

Examples:

I will try to call her later.
Please try to call the office before you leave.
He tried to call his friend, but the line was busy.

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You didn't try to call me, why didn't ya try, didn't ya try? Didn't ya know I was lonely ? No matter who I take home, I keep on calling your name. And you, I need ...
Don't try to call me anymore. I don't need your lies. Don't try to call me anymore. Little devil in disguise. I was really enslaved by you. Led by your command

Alternatives:

attempt to call
make an attempt to call
endeavor to call
intend to call
make an effort to call

try calling

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to suggest a possible action or solution.

This phrase is used when suggesting a possible action or solution. It implies that calling is a recommended course of action to try.

Examples:

You should try calling the customer service hotline.
If the door is locked, try calling the landlord.
Try calling your parents for advice.

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May 30, 2015 ... RACHEL JOHNSON: Now try calling Kate your 'current wife', William... By Rachel Johnson for The Mail on Sunday. Published: 18:18 EST, ...
When I try calling my boyfriend on his phone, his phone says "The number you are trying to call is out of coverage area", but in actuality, he is on some other call.
If I say, "I will try to call you" - there is no distinction from what "I will try calling you" means--they are the same. Also if I say "I will try and call you", ...
Try calling me Jacob. Jacob Phelps. AKA Tom Keen, Christoph Mannheim, Matt Buckley, and many others. Former operative for the Major, currently on the run ...

Alternatives:

attempt calling
give calling a try
consider calling
suggest calling
propose calling

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