TRIED-AND-TRUE Synonyms: 89 Similar and Opposite Words

tried-and-true

adjective

ˈtrīd-ən(d)-ˈtrü

Definition of tried-and-true

as in reliable

worthy of one's trust a tried-and-true friend who has always been there for me

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Recent Examples of tried-and-true These fairs stay fresh by offering additional activities to complement the tried-and-true, such as haunted attractions, new rides, a rodeo or quirky contests (keep an eye out for the best mullet). — Mary Caldwell, AJC.com, 8 Sep. 2026 Roman will also detect exoplanets using the tried-and-true transit method, but scientists expect the new telescope to find a lot more than past space missions have, thanks to its wider vision. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 31 Aug. 2026 Here are her tried-and-true tips to keep sticky refrigerator surfaces at bay. — Bianca Lambert, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026 Likewise, Dual Override has tried-and-true gameplay that isn't radically different from its predecessors, even with the introduction of the Double Gear and Override abilities. — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tried-and-true

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Adjective

Platforms reward consistency because consistency produces reliable engagement.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
From daily city commutes to weekend riding, Ausom products are built to provide reliable, efficient alternative transportation.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of reliable

Adjective

Showrunner Felicia Pride brought the concept to the streaming service with a goal to modernize the look and feel of the show while staying true to much of the feeling from the original.

— Mya Copeland, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026
As much as there’s little room for nuance in the interval of frenzied overreaction that is Week 1 of the NFL season, two seemingly contradictory statements can be true at the exact same time.

— Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of true

Adjective

Lisa finding peace was a good start to a fresh start, but clearly there’s more work to be done.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2026
Its onboard offerings, wide array of itineraries and shore excursions—particularly those that are food and wine-driven—easily combine education, adventure, and good fun.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of good

Adjective

Not to say that Macbeth is pandering; but this big, sweeping production with all of the fixings is a solid kick-off to the calendar.

— Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 23 Sep. 2026
Credit quality should also be a focal point for investors hunting for solid portfolio income and better diversification against stocks.

— Darla Mercado, CFP®, CNBC, 23 Sep. 2026

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tried one's hand (at)

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