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 try (out)
Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
Among the 28 participants in the rookie minicamp, six are present on a tryout basis to earn one of the few remaining spots on the 90-man roster.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 May 2026
Pavia accepted an invitation to the Baltimore Ravens’ rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, per multiple reports.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Pohlkamp signed an amateur tryout agreement with the Barracuda earlier Friday.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2026
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Noun
Gang Green will hold a two-day rookie minicamp beginning on Friday, focusing on acclimating draft picks, undrafted free agents, and non-roster tryout players to the team, its coaching staff, and the facilities.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 4 May 2026
Among the 28 participants in the rookie minicamp, six are present on a tryout basis to earn one of the few remaining spots on the 90-man roster.
—Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 May 2026
Pavia accepted an invitation to the Baltimore Ravens’ rookie minicamp on a tryout basis, per multiple reports.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 27 Apr. 2026
Pohlkamp signed an amateur tryout agreement with the Barracuda earlier Friday.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 25 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for try (out)
Verb
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Two tested negative, while the third result was still being analyzed, according to the statement.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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The war has tested but not yet broken that loyalty.—
Joshua Yaffa,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Tomorrow’s event marks Russia’s defeat of Nazi Germany, and usually involves months of rehearsals and a huge military parade.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
8 May 2026
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According to the military newspaper Stars and Stripes, the Thunderbirds cost taxpayers about $35 million a year in salaries, aircraft, fuel, rehearsals and the C-17 cargo plane that hauls 50-plus support crew and spare parts to every stop on the tour.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
8 May 2026
Verb
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In October, the two companies had pushed back on the EPA’s requirements for sampling the material during the removal process.—
Rebekah F. Ward,
Houston Chronicle,
7 May 2026
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The search was prompted by soil vapor sampling, an experimental technology that detected volatile organic compounds potentially associated with decomposing human remains — though the method remains unproven in criminal investigations.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
Noun
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After the high ankle sprain and torn ligaments, she was cleared to return to practice in three months.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
12 May 2026
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In the first two years under Canales, the Panthers have only had two QBs on the active roster and have kept an additional one on the practice squad — the team opting to use the additional game day slot for an extra lineman, or defender, or someone who can contribute on special teams.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
11 May 2026
Noun
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The fitness center had glass walls facing the gym (perhaps to add a bit of workout motivation before donning a swimsuit).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 May 2026
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Her morning routine also includes drinking water, making her bed, having a cup of black coffee and fitting in the aforementioned workout, whether that be the treadmill, yoga or a quick swim in her apartment’s swimming pool.—
Cristina Velocci,
Flow Space,
11 May 2026
Noun
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Smith uses community-building exercises and state Capitol visits to encourage critical thinking and civic engagement.—
Holly Ramer,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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But what an opportunity this group has to provide more than just a damage limitation exercise.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Try (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/try%20%28out%29. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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