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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All dips were tried on Santitas corn chips.
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Eva Flowe
may 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
As expected, she has been outfitted in some fashion-forward looks paired with her go-to platform heel and trying on some new styles.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
The Soho location is one of the 11 REI shops that have unionized in the past few years, and its closure will leave a gaping hole in the market for the city’s gearheads looking to try on climbing shoes or find an ultralight tent for their next backpacking trip.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 26 May 2026
As the fitting continued, Anna began trying on pink wigs, curls and different styles while smiling wider after each reveal.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
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Eva Flowe
may 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 May 2026
As expected, she has been outfitted in some fashion-forward looks paired with her go-to platform heel and trying on some new styles.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
The Soho location is one of the 11 REI shops that have unionized in the past few years, and its closure will leave a gaping hole in the market for the city’s gearheads looking to try on climbing shoes or find an ultralight tent for their next backpacking trip.
—Clio Chang, Curbed, 26 May 2026
As the fitting continued, Anna began trying on pink wigs, curls and different styles while smiling wider after each reveal.
—Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026
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“Try on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/try%20on. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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