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
Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025
Prior to his first run in TNA Wrestling, Kid, who was three years removed from a full-time run with AAA, earned a tryout with WWE.
—Fernando Quiles Jr, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
This is really a tryout for everyone.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2025
The tryout in Minnesota is not new territory for Johnson, who made the Colorado roster in a similar situation four years ago, and ended up with his name on the game’s most coveted trophy.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 22 Sep. 2025
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Noah Gregor Gregor earned his way onto Florida’s roster after going through training camp on a professional tryout.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2025
Prior to his first run in TNA Wrestling, Kid, who was three years removed from a full-time run with AAA, earned a tryout with WWE.
—Fernando Quiles Jr, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
This is really a tryout for everyone.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 1 Oct. 2025
The tryout in Minnesota is not new territory for Johnson, who made the Colorado roster in a similar situation four years ago, and ended up with his name on the game’s most coveted trophy.
—Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 22 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tryout
Verb
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Police said that the driver sustained minor injuries and tested negative for any alcohol.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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Needing to test the waterproof knee-length wool coat without getting heat stroke, the founder and CEO of the then-fledgling apparel brand took it to a supermarket in West Harlem.—
Megan Sauer,
CNBC,
18 Oct. 2025
Noun
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New administrative offices, technical, rehearsal and storage facilities are completed.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Oct. 2025
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Marines and event organizers rebutted, stating that the exercises were routine and that safety precautions were taken, noting that rehearsals, medical, fire, and emergency assets were in place.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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The public gets to participate in the competition, a well, by sampling all of the burgers and fries and casting their own votes.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Oct. 2025
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The partnership also includes a cross-sampling component, letting standalone Apple TV and Peacock subs watch a selection of the other service’s shows for no extra cost.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The lower level — which will have vendors, a silent auction and raffles during the event — includes a game room, wine room, music room, family room, kitchenette, workout room, sauna, a room with a putting green and Wendy's upcycling project room.—
Angelika Ytuarte,
jsonline.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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These workouts benefit the body in several ways, from improving endurance to helping protect against chronic health conditions.—
Brian Mastroianni,
Health,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Panthers have a unique way of splitting up the practice reps among the line.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Oct. 2025
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Larroudé shoes uses leather sourced from local Brazilian tanneries that are Gold certified by the Leather Working Group, and independent group of tanneries and manufacturers that work on sustainable practices.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The 65-year-old exercise instructor and fitness personality didn’t rely on gimmicks to get Mel Owen’s attention.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
23 Oct. 2025
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Getting regular exercise—Chambers said even light exercise helps.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Tryout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tryout. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.
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