try on
verb
tried on; trying on; tries on
1
: to put on (a garment) in order to test the fit
2
: to use or test experimentally
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The result is a deeply sad drama that’s trying on a thriller’s coat for size.
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Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
In mid-February, Spears shared a video on her Instagram as Maddie tried on prom dresses.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
With 66 brands exhibiting at the world’s annual horological tradeshow in Geneva last week, there were a lot of novelties to sift through—and perhaps more covetable new references to try on, think about, and pick apart than ever before.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026
The viral moment came when host Dan Souza brought out Harris’ go-to creation for the couple to try on camera.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
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Chris Feil, Vulture, 1 May 2026
In mid-February, Spears shared a video on her Instagram as Maddie tried on prom dresses.
—Staff Author, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
With 66 brands exhibiting at the world’s annual horological tradeshow in Geneva last week, there were a lot of novelties to sift through—and perhaps more covetable new references to try on, think about, and pick apart than ever before.
—Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2026
The viral moment came when host Dan Souza brought out Harris’ go-to creation for the couple to try on camera.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026
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“Try on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/try%20on. Accessed 4 May. 2026.
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