What is there was an attempt?

There Was an Attempt is a popular internet meme that originated from a subreddit called r/therewasanattempt. The subreddit is about sharing stories of people who try to do something but ultimately fail. The subreddit features images, videos, and text posts that showcase attempts at performing a task that end up in failure. The meme is often used in a humorous way and has become a popular way to express a failed attempt at something. The phrase "there was an attempt" has become a catchphrase and is used in various contexts, often to poke fun at oneself or others for not being able to achieve a goal.