as in to test
to put (something) to a test
want to try out my new skateboard? tried out his skill at archery
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Recent Examples of tryout
Chris Vannini, New York Times, 12 July 2025
He’s done nothing but impress through the offseason program after landing a spot on the 90-man roster as a tryout guy during rookie minicamp.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 8 July 2025
Teams are allowed to carry a maximum of 20 players under contract during the offseason, a total that does not include those on summer tryout deals, such as a significant portion of the roster the Heat will take into summer-league play.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 29 June 2025
The show got its start in a 2018 out-of-town tryout in Boston.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 June 2025
May, originally from the United Kingdom, was encouraged by WWE coaches to gain global experience after an NXT UK tryout in 2018.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
Even with that new path looming, though, his father, Ignacio, persuaded him to attend one last tryout in the Dominican capital of Santo Domingo that would be scouted by all 30 MLB teams.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2025
Not because the Heat did not want such a tryout, but because Jakucionis’ representation did not see the need for a player widely viewed as no worse than a lottery selection and most likely as a top-10 pick.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2025
As detailed in a chat with Glamour, Charly returned to California and began saving money for the following year's tryouts, but ended up being diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism on her left lung.
—EW.com, 20 June 2025
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The tryout went so well, Odugbesan said, WWE wanted to sign him right there.
—Chris Vannini, New York Times, 12 July 2025
He’s done nothing but impress through the offseason program after landing a spot on the 90-man roster as a tryout guy during rookie minicamp.
—Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 8 July 2025
Teams are allowed to carry a maximum of 20 players under contract during the offseason, a total that does not include those on summer tryout deals, such as a significant portion of the roster the Heat will take into summer-league play.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 29 June 2025
The show got its start in a 2018 out-of-town tryout in Boston.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 June 2025
May, originally from the United Kingdom, was encouraged by WWE coaches to gain global experience after an NXT UK tryout in 2018.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 June 2025
Even with that new path looming, though, his father, Ignacio, persuaded him to attend one last tryout in the Dominican capital of Santo Domingo that would be scouted by all 30 MLB teams.
—Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 27 June 2025
Not because the Heat did not want such a tryout, but because Jakucionis’ representation did not see the need for a player widely viewed as no worse than a lottery selection and most likely as a top-10 pick.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2025
As detailed in a chat with Glamour, Charly returned to California and began saving money for the following year's tryouts, but ended up being diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism on her left lung.
—EW.com, 20 June 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tryout
Verb
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Leadership is tested most not in moments of consensus but in moments of pressure.—
Craig Crisler,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Both political parties have tested the line in trying to harness the power of the pulpit, with many Republicans wooing evangelical leaders while Democrats often try to curry favor with Black churches.—
Tiffany Li,
ABC News,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Perhaps a rough night at rehearsals for the chronically employable actor, or, more likely, with them out of school, a long morning with the kids — five in total, three of whom are with Eberstein, two of whom were authored by Grant and his ex-partner, Tinglan Hong?—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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SpaceX posted the new launch date on X Saturday evening, the day after the flight rehearsal test.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
Verb
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While every Italian city is unique in its own ways, there are a couple of ways to avoid being marked as a tourist on your next trip to sample La Dolce Vita.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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Perseverance has already found some of the oldest rocks ever sampled on the Martian surface.—
Bruce Dorminey,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Ideal for an energy boost after a workout or a mid-morning pick-me-up.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
11 July 2025
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Miller recovered shortly before the draft, hosting a workout for scouts.—
Charlotte Varnes,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The practice of succession planting gives gardeners a chance to extend the garden season and promotes soil health by keeping your garden beds active.—
Heather Zidack,
Hartford Courant,
12 July 2025
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But new evidence suggests the practice might have been more widespread, hinting that our ancestors were not just hunters but clever fat-finders too.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
12 July 2025
Noun
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And so billionaire philanthropy is an exercise of power and deserves skepticism rather than gratitude.—
Alex Morris,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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In addition to Spanx clothing, celebrities like Garner and Kylie Jenner are fans of its bras, and this one is under $50 and wearable for exercise.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
People.com,
13 July 2025
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“Tryout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tryout. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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