trying to
A
grammatically incorrect form of 'try to'. While 'try and' is commonly used, it is incorrect, as it technically means: try an unspecified action, then do the other, specified action. One can either try something, do something or try to do something, but one cannot try and do something.Unlike 'try to', 'try and' is
seldom inflected; whilst one may (incorrectly) use 'try and' instead of 'try to', one would very rarely use 'trying and' or 'tried and' instead of 'trying to' and 'tried to', respectively.It is important to remember that 'try' is synonymous with 'attempt'. The word 'attempt' means to make an effort to achieve something. It is very rare to here 'attempt and' as most people
recognise 'attempt and' as incorrect, however, the same people often fail bear that in mind when using the word 'try'.
not trying
by LaJeep on Jul 17, 2010 23:14:37
adverbial phrase. Essentially "trying not" or "trying to avoid" in
standard English. The subtle difference between the slang standard English usages can be seen as follows: in standard English "not trying" simply means a failure to put forth any effort; whereas the slang meaning encompasses affirmative
avoidance of responsibility, or steps taken to get out of an
obligation.
Example:
Slang:
Yo man now D not trying to pay me back.
Standard: D is trying to
avoid paying me back.
Trying
by AlexGrizz on May 30, 2011 08:09:48
Trying is having the intention
to fail. Negative thoughts on the mind is where "trying" comes into play. Trying should never be used while achieving a goal, or something you're really determined to get. Stay focused and be
mindful, and you will never use
that word.