It was too much effort to attempt conversation, and there was not that much to be said.

Occasionally I attempted conversation but they never carried it er than a few words.

At least she didn't have to attempt conversation.

She was not quite ready to attempt light conversation with him, so asked him no questions en route.

There were persons who had much to say; but none attempted conversation.

We sat there for a minute or two without attempting conversation.

She was not about to attempt polite conversation.

The common room was nearly full, and noisy enough that Kris did not attempt conversation.

Rebus attempted conversation, but the nurse replied with short measures.

They did not speak much, too tired to attempt conversation, too immersed in their own thoughts.