story name: all together now by barbara jordan

Use context clues to determine the meaning of endeavor as it is used in paragraph 8 of “All Together Now.” Write your definition here and identify clues that helped you figure out the meaning. Then check the meaning in a dictionary.

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Definition: To make an effort or attempt to achieve something.

Context clues: In the paragraph, it is mentioned that the government "must endeavor to meet the needs of the people." This suggests that endeavor is linked to the government's efforts to fulfill people's needs or to take action. Additionally, the use of the word "must" suggests a sense of urgency and importance attached to their actions.

Dictionary meaning: According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, endeavor is defined as "to attempt (something, such as the fulfillment of an obligation) by exertion of effort."
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