tryouts

noun

plural of tryout
as in rehearsals

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Recent Examples of tryouts Women’s National team tryouts The Women’s National Team of 16 players was formed through tryout camps in New York and California. — Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tryouts
  1. rehearsals
  2. workouts
  3. exercises
  4. practices
Noun
  • While players still take batting practice like any other baseball team, Stancato holds rehearsals to perfect their dance moves, often drawing inspiration from what’s trending on TikTok and Instagram.
    — Chris Placek, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Realistic Practice Builds Confidence Under Pressure Realistic rehearsals also reduce psychological stress.
    — David Etue, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of rehearsals
Noun
  • The zigzag headband is ideal for a bad hair day or simply for effortlessly accessorizing an outfit, and Hailey Bieber effortlessly rocks it for everything from skin care routines and workouts to swimming.
    — Elise Fabre, Glamour, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Students who spend all day moving between lectures, study sessions, and workouts will appreciate just how long these headphones last.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of workouts
Noun
  • Images from China over the years have shown a mockup of the presidential office, other government agencies and street layouts in Taipei built in the Chinese desert and troops attacking it in exercises.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Her workouts typically consist of strength exercises, mixed with martial arts and outdoor activities like hiking and running.
    — Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of exercises
Noun
  • Allegretti has attended recent camp practices but has not participated.
    — Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Players have to keep improving through the summer months and brutal August practices.
    — Connor Riley, AJC.com, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of practices

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