Took Pains Crossword Clue

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	99%	6		Exact Match!
	verb • attempt by employing effort • to exert much effort or energy
	95%	10		Exact Match!
	verb • To exert oneself. • To attempt through application of effort (to do something); to try strenuously. • To attempt (something). • To work with purpose.
	34%	11		Took pains to achieve something
	noun • a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness) • earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something verb • attempt by employing effort

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New York Times09 Apr 2011	Across 54
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