as in to test
to put (something) to a test
want to try out my new skateboard? tried out his skill at archery
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Recent Examples of try (out)
Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
The Horned Frogs held open tryouts and added the four walk-ons to a roster that was missing its three best players Sedona Prince, Madison Conner and Jaden Owens.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Jan. 2025
That one-day tryout became a month-long, extended tryout.
—Patrice Hutton, Hartford Courant, 17 Jan. 2025
That earned Wilson – a native Floridian from Venice -- a tryout with the Dolphins in the spring of 2019.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 14 Jan. 2025
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Noun
He would be given a one-game tryout as an analyst during the Super Bowl LI pregame and postgame shows.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
The Horned Frogs held open tryouts and added the four walk-ons to a roster that was missing its three best players Sedona Prince, Madison Conner and Jaden Owens.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 Jan. 2025
That one-day tryout became a month-long, extended tryout.
—Patrice Hutton, Hartford Courant, 17 Jan. 2025
That earned Wilson – a native Floridian from Venice -- a tryout with the Dolphins in the spring of 2019.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 14 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for try (out)
Verb
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The Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board is working with the county to test ocean water near areas affected by the fires, which burned more than 40,000 acres across the L.A. region last month.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2025
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Safe Makeup Testing For those who still want to sample makeup before purchasing, there are some safer ways to test.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
24 Feb. 2025
Noun
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As part of the event, the group invites women of all ages to join its Monday night rehearsal from 7 to 9 p.m. Feb. 24 at the La Mesa First United Methodist Church social hall, 4690 Palm Ave.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Feb. 2025
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Actors on a Franco movie do little rehearsal, though that was required for the explosive scene in which Fernando, after Jennifer has broken up with him out of the shame of being seen together by her father’s colleagues, takes her physically and erotically by surprise once again.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Be sure to wander around the National Tile Museum and the Royal Treasure Museum, see the River Tagus, sample the wine, and take a ride in the Neo-gothic Santa Justa Lift.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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Learn how to make a candle, take an art walk, watch Disney characters come to life, sample European brews or express your admiration for your favorite work of art.—
John Coffren,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Feb. 2025
Noun
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But his 24 Hour Fitness membership, for example, is perfect for that 3 a.m. workout.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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Both options are breathable for workouts or other activities and have a secret hidden pocket.—
Chaunie Brusie, RN,
Parents,
15 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Natural wine usually comes from small-scale producers who prioritize biodynamic farming practices and eschew monoculture to create a product that highlights the nuances of terroir.—
Teddy Minford,
Vogue,
18 Feb. 2025
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But the practice of killing off affected birds is one that predates Biden, took place during Trump's first term as well, and has helped prevent the outbreak from spreading even further.—
Kaleigh Rogers,
ABC News,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The home-listing website listed viable breeds based on size and ranked them based on cleanliness, barking, if the dog can be alone, exercise needs and friendliness to strangers.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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This exercise forces you to distill your vision down to its core essence.—
Courtne Marland,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Try (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/try%20%28out%29. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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