expression, godan verb (-ru)
attempt suicide
A formal or written expression for trying to take one's own life. Often used in news reports or official statements.
彼は過去に自殺を図ったことがある。
He has attempted suicide in the past.
More direct and common verb meaning 'to commit suicide'. 自殺を図る emphasizes the attempt rather than the act itself.
Compound of 自殺 (suicide) + を (object marker) + 図る (to plan, attempt).