| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| "I ___ help you out, now I know that I can't" (Olivia Rodrigo lyric) | The Atlantic | 13 Jun 2026 |
| Had a go at | LA Times Daily | 26 May 2024 |
| Gave it a go | New York Times | 23 Apr 2019 |
| Gave it a go | ||
| Put in a solid effort | New York Times | 07 Aug 2015 |
| Put in a solid effort | ||
| Took a shot at | ||
| Took a shot at | ||
| Strived |