not trying

adverbial phrase. Essentially "trying not" or "trying to avoid" in standard English. The subtle difference between the slang standard English usages can be seen as follows: in standard English "not trying" simply means a failure to put forth any effort; whereas the slang meaning encompasses affirmative avoidance of responsibility, or steps taken to get out of an obligation.

Slang: Yo man now D not trying to pay me back.

Standard: D is trying to avoid paying me back.

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trying

1. The first step to failure.

"You tried your best and you failed miserably. The lesson is: Never try." - Homer Simpson

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Try

There is no try. See "do" or "do not".

As said by Jedi Master Yoda, "there is no Try, only do, or not."

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Trying

Trying is having the intention to fail. Negative thoughts on the mind is where "trying" comes into play. Trying should never be used while achieving a goal, or something you're really determined to get. Stay focused and be mindful, and you will never use that word.

Mike: I'm trying to lose some weight.
John: Never try. Set your mind to it, and become determined, and you will lose your weight with a good mindset.

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trying

Having a desire--especially within the context of serving prison time.

"I ain't trying to do five years on this."

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Try

To fuck,screw,bang ect.

I'm gona try her.

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Trying To

A phrase used to express a desire to do something. Often asked as a question when looking for confirmation. Also means "looking to" or "want to."

Man, I'm trying to get laid tonight. Let's hit the club.

Trying to get drunk?

You trying to go egg that Scientology building down the street?

I was trying to go to the movies tonight, but this bitch was straight sluffin and took too long to get ready. So we just ended up boning at my place. Ya dig?

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