An attempt; to injure, in one way (4)

I believe the answer is:

stab

(Other definitions for stab that I've seen before include "Jab" , "Run through - essay" , "pink" , "shot in the dark?" , "Inflict wound with knife" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times and The Sunday Times.

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