trial and errors

noun

plural of trial and error
as in experiments

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  1. experiments
  2. tests
  3. exercises
  4. rehearsals
  5. workouts
  6. practices
Noun
  • His onscreen manner is based on affectlessly posing intrusive questions, and his shows involve real-life simulations akin to social-science experiments.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Jefferson’s is known for its bourbon experiments (some call them gimmicks), like aging barrels of whiskey at sea on container ships and giving very old whiskey a wine cask finish.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of experiments
Noun
  • We were inspired from how many great discoveries that went on to revolutionize science and medicine came about from looking around in nature and finding these odd things—PCR [polymerase chain reaction] tests, for example, or CRISPR.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning actor Ayo Edebiri passes both tests.
    — Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of tests
Noun
  • That meant a lot of exercises that required holding a position for long periods of time.
    — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 15 Oct. 2026
  • For many nations, such exercises speak to cooperation and readiness.
    — Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of exercises
Noun
  • That period includes fittings, hair and makeup tests and rehearsals to ensure the costumes work with the choreography.
    — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Bieber’s dance rehearsals and the functional off-stage uniform of ballet dancers.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of rehearsals
Noun
  • Crz Yoga Butterluxe Leggings Finding a pair of leggings that don’t roll down during workouts, aren’t see-through, and offer comfortable stretch is a tall ask, especially when the prices from big-name brands continue to climb into triple digits.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Early workouts line up with the body’s natural cortisol peak and tend to build consistency because the session is done before meetings and family demands pile up.
    — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of workouts
Noun
  • The approach applies manufacturing practices to research and development, allowing engineers and machinists to modify components and processes quickly as designs evolve.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Tully Tube has already been adopted by 37 health systems, pharmacies, and veterinary practices, including Penn Medicine, Michigan’s Karmanos Cancer Institute, and Georgia’s Wellstar Health System.
    — Lauryn Higgins, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of practices
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