It was not defensive, but a calculated attempt to discredit Lloyd George.

It is a calculated attempt to set right a wrong that, in its national appeal, has become intertwined with patriotic fervor.

But there is no basis for deducing a calculated attempt to embarrass the leadership.

So what if the exhibition is a calculated attempt by the Whitney to appease critics of the last show?

His behavior was a parody of stark terror, a calculated attempt to draw the animal's attention.

But if it was a calculated attempt to insult homosexuals, dismissal from the service is the only fit response.

How much was a calculated attempt to deceive him?

Analysts said the initiative looked like a calculated attempt to win votes ahead of a parliamentary election in December.

This was a calculated attempt to defraud the public purse and to personally profit from the illegal trade.

The government attacks on villagers are a calculated attempt at destroying support for the guerrillas.