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attempt vs run a risk

run a risk vs attempt

attempt is a noun but run a risk is not a noun.

attempt and run a risk both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
attempt Yes No Yes No
run a risk No No Yes No
As verbs, run a risk is a hyponym of attempt; that is, run a risk is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than attempt:
  • attempt: make an effort or attempt
  • run a risk: take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
attempt (noun) run a risk (noun)
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
the act of attacking
attempt (verb) run a risk (verb)
enter upon an activity or enterprise take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
make an effort or attempt
Difference between attempt and run a risk

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