trial and error

noun

Definition of trial and errornext
as in test

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Recent Examples of trial and error The only way to truly get your size spot-on is through good old trial and error. — Bianca London, Glamour, 28 Mar. 2025 This helps people who may have specific needs (like dealing with anxiety or chronic pain) find the most effective strain without the trial and error that usually comes with cannabis shopping. — Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 21 Mar. 2025 If this isn’t understood before embarking on the change, there can be too much trial and error, resulting in a poor user experience. — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025 Unfortunately, since every plant is different, there may be some trial and error needed to find the perfect environment for your own collection. — Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for trial and error
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trial and error
  1. test
  2. experiment
  3. workout
  4. practice
  5. rehearsal
  6. exercise
  7. trial
  8. essay
Noun
  • The 28-question test takes players about six minutes to complete.
    — Jourdan Rodrigue, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The test ahead is what Bessent will do if investors become more concerned that tariffs will harm the U.S. and global economy.
    — Nick Sargen, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of test
Noun
  • Fluorescence imaging measurements of chlorophyll concentrations showed that the photosynthetic component of D. muscorum remained undamaged throughout the experiment, while that in C. aculeata experienced a decrease in chlorophyll when exposed to X-rays.
    — Elizabeth Rayne, ArsTechnica, 19 Apr. 2025
  • There are rolling subs, no corners, 1990s MLS-style penalties, a white flag to challenge referee decisions, and a host of other experiments with the rules.
    — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 19 Apr. 2025
Definition of experiment
Noun
  • In addition to spending long hours at work, Guo is religious about her daily workouts at gym chain Barry’s Bootcamp.
    — Kerry A. Dolan, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
  • The couple, who have been married for three years, are making the most of 29-year-old Patrick’s NFL offseason with fishing trips and family workouts.
    — Clare Fisher, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Definition of workout
Noun
  • While some partake in more traditional practices like prayer or mass on Easter Sunday, others enjoy a more secular interpretation with baskets, egg decorating, egg hunting, and of course, the Easter Bunny.
    — Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 20 Apr. 2025
  • Storing eggs at room temperature: While this might be common practice in other countries, in the U.S., eggs are washed before being sold, removing their protective coating (bloom).
    — Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025
Definition of practice
Noun
  • Other times, though, the detours seem to be engineered solely for the purpose of indulging Fielder’s weirdest whims (and, of course, spending HBO’s money on ornate and bizarre rehearsal sets).
    — Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 21 Apr. 2025
  • The stage manager is responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the production, from rehearsals to performances.
    — Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 20 Apr. 2025
Definition of rehearsal
Noun
  • Strengthening: Add exercises to your regular workout routine that strengthen your hip adductors, pelvic muscles, and lower abdomen.
    — Mark Gurarie, Health, 22 Apr. 2025
  • In order to file a free exercise claim, however, plaintiffs have to prove that there is a real measure of coercion that attempts to steer kids into adopting a certain belief.
    — Solcyré Burga, Time, 22 Apr. 2025
Definition of exercise
Noun
  • Combs had offered up to $50 million to wait for his trial from his home on Star Island, but prosecutors insisted the musician was a threat to witnesses and victims.
    — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Meta Platforms faces trial over allegations of illegally monopolizing social media by acquiring Instagram and WhatsApp.
    — Jody Godoy, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of trial
Noun
  • In his dozens of novels, plays and essays, Vargas Llosa told stories from various viewpoints and experimented with form, moving back and forth in time and switching narrators.
    — Reuters, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The etymology of the word is interesting and pertinent to this essay and its intentions.
    — Eli Amdur, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Definition of essay

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