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He said that he would try to finish the report by the end of the day.
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He said that he would try to finish the report by the end of the day.
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How to use in different contexts
Reporting Speech
He informed me that he would attempt to complete the report by the end of the day.
Summarizing a Conversation
The main point of our discussion was his commitment to finishing the report today.
Expressing Doubt
I doubt he'll manage to finish the report by the end of the day, but he said he would try.
Adding Emphasis
He stressed that he would do his best to finish the report by the end of the day.
Rephrased versions
Formal
He stated his intention to complete the report by the day's conclusion.
Casual
He said he'd give it a shot to get the report done by the end of the day.
Simpler English
He said he would work on finishing the report today.
Phrases to learn
try to finish
To make an effort to complete something.
by the end of the day
Before the day is over.