untried

adjective

Definition of untriednext
as in untested

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Recent Examples of untried Booker’s play under a new untried coach and equally inexperienced general manager has been promising for the whole team. — Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 12 Nov. 2025 And finding a new commissioner would not only take months but may leave the West with an untried, inexperienced leader. — Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 19 Sep. 2025 Since the election, Reform has tried to refashion itself from a protest vote party to one that could govern – untried and inexperienced, but ready to step in if the Labour Party buckles under its own blunders, and the once-mighty Conservatives drift further into political irrelevance. — Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 7 Sep. 2025 Still, no fruitful option should be left untried, and China is very unlikely to go along with the United States if the latter does not attempt to address the former’s concerns. — Doug Bandow, Foreign Affairs, 1 Nov. 2016 See All Example Sentences for untried
Recent Examples of Synonyms for untried
  1. untested
  2. would-be
  3. new
  4. unseasoned
  5. inexperienced
  6. fresh
  7. green
Adjective
  • New corporate taxes, less work hours Others say the mechanisms already exist for policymakers to create a more equitable AI economy without resorting to untested ideas.
    — Trevor Laurence Jockims, CNBC, 26 July 2026
  • The tariffs, set to take effect in 30 days, rely on Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, which has never been used to levy import duties and is untested in court.
    — Peter Weber, TheWeek, 21 July 2026
Definition of untested
Adjective
  • The would-be comedy that braved the path of the Drama awards and was rewarded?
    — Joe Reid, Vulture, 1 Aug. 2026
  • That’s why many would-be expats try out a place for a vacation or short-term stay first.
    — William P. Barrett, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of would-be
Adjective
  • Lawmakers also have to decide who investigates complaints, resolves disputes and pays for any new oversight system.
    — Nora O'Neill July 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2026
  • Data center facilities can be built or expanded at double or triple the pace of new electricity generations systems needed to serve them, PJM Interconnection, America’s largest grid operator, noted recently.
    — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 28 July 2026
Definition of new
Adjective
  • Stir 1 cup vinegar (such as red wine, white wine, apple cider, white balsamic, or unseasoned rice) into strained syrup to combine.
    — Christina Chaey, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 July 2026
  • Unlike many of his second-year predecessors, Richard is not putting up stats by dominating the ball and using moves that would only work against unseasoned rookies or future European league all-stars.
    — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
Definition of unseasoned
Adjective
  • The Dolphins entered camp with a young and relatively inexperienced group of edge rushers, placing the Michigan product in the unusual position of being asked to help lead others while still fighting to reestablish himself.
    — Tyler M. Carmona July 30, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
  • Others point out working with an inexperienced pitching coach, working behind a bad defense and working without a contract for next season as pieces to the puzzle.
    — Will Sammon, New York Times, 30 July 2026
Definition of inexperienced
Adjective
  • Regional allies have not reported fresh Iranian attacks during the pause in US airstrikes.
    — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 27 July 2026
  • For almost three months the source of the infection remained a mystery and Americans were warned that fresh fruits, vegetables and greens, which had been culprits in the past, were the most common sources.
    — Dr. Michael Good, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026
Definition of fresh
Adjective
  • Old and new stone houses dotted a hillside green with olive and citrus trees.
    — Jane Arraf, NPR, 26 July 2026
  • Instead, the battle for the other three jerseys — polka dot, white, and green — has animated this race, with the trio finally and only settled on stage 20.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 26 July 2026
Definition of green

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“Untried.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/untried. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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