English phrase from drama scenes
Ways to Say "he tried to" in English
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So, he tried to convince your mother to get rid of the baby.
This means he tried to persuade her to terminate the pregnancy.
From My Celebrity Boyfriend Killed Me, Episode 29
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is describing an attempt to pressure a mother into ending a pregnancy.
Usage Scenario
This is sensitive and can sound harsh or euphemistic depending on context. Learners should be careful using it because it may be emotionally loaded.
Better ways to say it
1
He tried to convince her to get rid of the baby.
2
He tried to pressure her into ending the pregnancy.
3
He wanted her to have an abortion.
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