TRIAL AND ERRORS Synonyms: 18 Similar Words

trial and errors

noun

plural of trial and error

as in experiments

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By one estimate, labs already use more computing power on experiments than anything else.

— Harry Booth, Time, 7 Aug. 2026
With the experiments and the team of scientists chosen, two rehearsal flights were conducted before the actual flight, which took off from Las Palmas in the Canary Islands for a rendezvous with the eclipse shadow over Mauritania.

— Dhananjay Khadilkar, ArsTechnica, 7 Aug. 2026

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Soil vapor tests revealed on July 31 the presence of the toxic chemical plume underneath Kennedy High School, officials said, leading the district to shutter the campus on Monday.

— Kyle Martin, Mercury News, 7 Aug. 2026
During multi-hour exposure tests, the zeolite retained its full filtering ability without structural damage.

— Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026

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Images from China over the years have shown a mockup of the presidential office, other government agencies and street layouts in Taipei built in the Chinese desert and troops attacking it in exercises.

— Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
Her workouts typically consist of strength exercises, mixed with martial arts and outdoor activities like hiking and running.

— Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of exercises

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While players still take batting practice like any other baseball team, Stancato holds rehearsals to perfect their dance moves, often drawing inspiration from what’s trending on TikTok and Instagram.

— Chris Placek, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Realistic Practice Builds Confidence Under Pressure Realistic rehearsals also reduce psychological stress.

— David Etue, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of rehearsals

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The zigzag headband is ideal for a bad hair day or simply for effortlessly accessorizing an outfit, and Hailey Bieber effortlessly rocks it for everything from skin care routines and workouts to swimming.

— Elise Fabre, Glamour, 8 Aug. 2026
Students who spend all day moving between lectures, study sessions, and workouts will appreciate just how long these headphones last.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026

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