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strongly endeavor

[ˈstrɔŋli ɪnˈdevər]
verb phrase
esforçar-se intensamente
1. To make a vigorous or determined effort to achieve something; to try very hard with great intensity and commitment
The team strongly endeavored to win the championship despite the odds against them.
O time esforçou-se intensamente para vencer o campeonato apesar das probabilidades contra eles.
2. To pursue a goal or objective with unwavering determination and strength of purpose
She strongly endeavored to complete her degree while working full-time.
Ela esforçou-se intensamente para completar seu diploma enquanto trabalhava em tempo integral.
NYC Slang
go hard; give it your all; hustle hard
Synonyms
strive hardmake a strong effortexert oneselftry earnestlywork diligentlypush hardpersist vigorously
Antonyms
give upabandonneglectloafidleprocrastinate

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
esforçar-se intensamente; lutar muito
Common usage in informal and formal contexts
São Paulo
se empenhar muito; correr atrás
Regional variation, more colloquial
Portugal
empenhar-se muito; fazer grande esforço
Formal and standard Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

pull out all the stops
give it one's all
break one's back
go the extra mile
leave no stone unturned
burn the midnight oil
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