The phrase "blatant attempt" refers to a very obvious or noticeable effort to do something, often with the intention of deceiving or manipulating others. Full definition
This category is usually reserved for cheap games that are blatant attempts at quick cash for the developer. (nintendocastle.com)
This is a totally blatant attempt to get me a free, cat - themed umbrella. (policygenius.com)
This «Fairness Doctrine» has become the foundation of free speech on radio and television, and it has prevented many of the more blatant attempts by some broadcasters to use the public airwaves as nothing more than a sounding board for their own special views and interests. (religion-online.org)