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〜ようにしている: make an effort to; try to (habitually)

N3 · 06 Purpose, decisions and verb endings

Says you are trying to keep up a good habit.

Verb dictionary or ない-form + ようにしている. It is a continuing effort, not a strict rule. Compare ことにしている, which is a firm rule. Often for health or manners.

Examples

I try to eat vegetables every day.

I try to listen to people until they finish speaking.

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