as in tests
to put (something) to a test
want to try out my new skateboard? tried out his skill at archery
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Taurus April 20 – May 20 This morning tests your patience and poise.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2026 -
April 20 – May 20 This morning tests your patience and poise.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Feb. 2026
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The Martian samples the scientists studied, which bore a strong match to rocks found near San Diego and South Africa, ranged from as small as a pebble to as large as a boulder.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
4 Feb. 2026
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Of the clean-up options detailed in its application, the city prefers a plan that removes the pile and basement foundation, then samples the soil and groundwater to find out whether further work is needed to mitigate toxins.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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“Tries (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tries%20%28out%29. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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