Sentences with To No Avail

Despite his best efforts, John's attempt to repair the broken car engine was to no avail.

The detective pursued every lead, but his efforts to apprehend the elusive criminal were to no avail.

The chef attempted to salvage the overcooked dish, but his efforts were to no avail, and he had to start over.

The farmer attempted to revive the withering crops, but the lack of rainfall made his efforts to no avail.

The artist experimented with various techniques, but his pursuit of the perfect brushstroke was to no avail.

The captain tried different strategies, but the team's efforts to win the championship were to no avail, and they finished as runners-up.