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britdam007

britdam007

India

It’s amazing how you
Can speak right to my heart.
Without saying a word
You can light up the dark.

Try as I may, I could never explain
What I hear when you don’t say a thing.



I’d like to know the meaning of the phrase “Try as I may” please?



Best regards,



Abhishek

04:26 PM Jul 30 2014 |

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Teacher AmySuper Member!

United States

I this context, “Try as I may” means “No matter how hard I try.” It’s an old, poetic way of expressing this concept.


Best,


Amy 

08:46 PM Aug 02 2014 |