didn't try toFollows the volitional form of a verb (such as 行こうとしなかった) and indicates that someone did not attempt or show any willingness to do something. Often used with どうしても to emphasize strong refusal or unwillingness.
JA: 彼は何度頼んでも、私の話を聞こうとしなかった。
EN: No matter how many times I asked, he wouldn't try to listen to me.