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)
Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2025
The Chiefs brought their draft picks, free-agent rookies and tryout hopefuls to Kansas City last weekend, nearly 90 of them in all.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
The junior lifeguard candidate was swimming about 25 yards from shore during tryouts for the junior lifeguard cadet program when the sea lion emerged from the water and bit her, Crabtree said.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2025
After a weekend of tryouts, the 2025 Chiefs Cheer squad was announced, a mix of veterans and rookies just like the football team.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
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Noun
Harbaugh is doing away with most 11-on-11 periods during the three-day tryout period.
—Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2025
The Chiefs brought their draft picks, free-agent rookies and tryout hopefuls to Kansas City last weekend, nearly 90 of them in all.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
The junior lifeguard candidate was swimming about 25 yards from shore during tryouts for the junior lifeguard cadet program when the sea lion emerged from the water and bit her, Crabtree said.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 24 Apr. 2025
After a weekend of tryouts, the 2025 Chiefs Cheer squad was announced, a mix of veterans and rookies just like the football team.
—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 9 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for try (out)
Verb
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Cleanrooms are key as spacecraft are built and tested: Even tiny particles or contamination can impact delicate instruments and sensitive components.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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The series of problems has tested the couple’s optimism.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
19 May 2025
Noun
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In that scene, there were rehearsals, an intimacy coordinator was present, and the set was closed.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
28 May 2025
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To show up and work like this every rehearsal, every performance, every day, McDonald has become an emotional athlete.—
Charlotte Alter,
Time,
28 May 2025
Verb
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Attendees could sample the wood’s notes in many forms, including an amber sandalwood accord and a spicy sandalwood accord.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
23 May 2025
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Loquats are a national icon, pictured on souvenirs and contributing to recipes for everything from jams and jellies to chutneys, cakes, and even liqueurs, so be sure to sample those too.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
22 May 2025
Noun
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The toughness of a workout or fitness test is relative to the overall fitness of an individual, according to Dr. Jason Perry, M.D., primary care sports medicine physician with Baptist Health Orthopedic Care in Deerfield Beach, Florida.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2025
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Hall, a former college football player, is quite the athlete and also gives fans a look into his rigorous workout regimen, which Khaled joined him for.—
Michael Saponara,
Billboard,
23 May 2025
Noun
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These practices are all essential for maintaining cognitive function.—
Mill Etienne,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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Israel’s Supreme Court outlawed the practice in 2005.—
Sam Mednick,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2025
Noun
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Pierce & Ward Bar Stool $349 West Elm Pierce and Ward’s collaboration with West Elm is an exercise in thoughtful maximalism, and these matching bar stools add lots of personality to any cocktail hour arrangements.—
Kelly Dawson,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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The aim was to explore what helps students step out of their comfort zones and what kind of personal insights result from that exercise.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
28 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 2 Jun. 2025.
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