図る

はかる

to plan; to attempt; to devise; to plot

JLPT N1 common word Also written 謀る

Meaning

v5rvt
to plan; to attempt; to devise
v5rvt
to plot; to conspire; to scheme
v5rvt
to aim for; to strive for; to work towards; to seek
v5rvt
to deceive; to trick; to take in

Example sentences

絶望した彼は自殺を図った。

Despair drove him to attempt suicide.
両者の利害の調整を図りつつ、国際的視野に立った人口政策を考えていかなければならない。

A population policy should be considered on the international viewpoint so as to balance the interests of both sides.
彼らと協力して世界平和を図る。

I am working with them towards world peace.