The crossword solutions for the term 'put forth effort' are EXERT (5 letters), TRY (3 letters), LAYTO (5 letters), and LAIDTO (6 letters). EXERT means to make a great effort or to use physical or mental strength. TRY is an attempt to do something. Layto is to apply oneself to a task or to make an effort. Laidto is similar to layto, but with the emphasis on having already done so. All of these words refer to putting forth effort in order to achieve a goal.