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atentar

verbgeneral usecommon/ɐtẽˈtaɾ/a·ten·tar

Definition

1

1. To direct an attack or violent action against someone or something. 2. To pay careful attention; to observe meticulously.

Usage examples

The man attempted to attack the president's life.
One must pay attention to the details of the contract.

Common combinations

to attempt againstto pay attention to