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)
Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2025
After the ceasefire, McVeigh returned stateside for a Green Berets tryout.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
In the fall, Providence Catholic held a two-day tryout for its state-power competitive dance team and Hayden showed up all ready to go.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
Dom Amore: Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, charisma and chemistry, an odd couple ready to win and entertain at UConn
Azzi Fudd saw Paige Bueckers at a USA Basketball tryout and was less than impressed.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 10 Apr. 2025
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Noun
In September, Caceres aced a tryout in Texas with Martinez’s team.
—Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 22 Apr. 2025
After the ceasefire, McVeigh returned stateside for a Green Berets tryout.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
In the fall, Providence Catholic held a two-day tryout for its state-power competitive dance team and Hayden showed up all ready to go.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
Dom Amore: Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd, charisma and chemistry, an odd couple ready to win and entertain at UConn
Azzi Fudd saw Paige Bueckers at a USA Basketball tryout and was less than impressed.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for try (out)
Verb
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As someone who’s tested his fair share of add-on lenses for smartphones, this one feels much more premium.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Boom tested the material for the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), the Department of Defense’s organization for accelerating the adoption of commercial and dual-use technology, and the Air Force Operational Energy Office, dedicated to increasing operational efficiency of military aircraft.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
3 May 2025
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Choir rehearsals are now at 9 a.m. Saturdays, with concert choir rehearsals at 10 a.m. The GriefShare Support Group meets from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesdays.—
Carin Schoppmeyer,
Arkansas Online,
17 May 2025
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Universal notes that not everything may be available during this technical rehearsal phase, while operations are being fine-tuned for the grand opening.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
Verb
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The overall margin of sampling error is +/- 4.0 percentage points.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The margin of sampling error for adults overall is plus or minus 4 percentage points.—
Geoff Mulvihill,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2025
Noun
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They are meant to help individuals measure progress, achieve specific fitness goals and get the most out of their workout.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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During the first portion of the voluntary workouts, the Chargers experimented on the offensive line with Zion Johnson at center.—
Thuc Nhi Nguyen,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
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The Chinese government has banned the practice of Falun Gong, accusing the movement of being a cult.—
Juliana Kim,
NPR,
13 May 2025
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There’s nothing on the books in Kansas to protect renters, including case law claiming that landlord-tenant exchanges don’t fall under the Consumer Protection Act — a state law that protects consumers from deceptive and unfair trade practices.—
Taylor O’Connor,
Kansas City Star,
13 May 2025
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What This Means For You While some cortisol-lowering practices can help reduce stress, such as getting better sleep and doing mindfulness exercises, a cortisol detox is unnecessary.—
Helen Carefoot,
Verywell Health,
16 May 2025
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Like in many companies, the pandemic hastened Pirelli's speed of digital research and development exercises.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 May 2025
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“Try (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/try%20%28out%29. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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