"I was actually trying to be polite and avoid telling you it's none of your business."

"I am still working on it every day, trying to get judges confirmed and avoid a showdown," he said.

But she said the department was not trying to cover up or avoid potential problems.

We try to sort out the facts and avoid a miscarriage.

Trying to get more comfortable and avoid the paint, I accidentally touched it.

He appeared to be trying to contain his anger and avoid a possible fine.

Without having good data, scientists would likely try not to do any harm and avoid the problem until more information is available.

As individuals we can at best try to make the world a little better for some and avoid doing harm to those who need help.

We try to write in plain English and avoid jargon.

Many try to keep busy and avoid talking about the death.