test run
noun
: an occurrence in which a product or procedure is tried in order to see if it works correctly
a test run of new software
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The framework has provisions for a test run of sorts, with Israeli troops withdrawing from two pilot zones where the Lebanese army will gradually assume security responsibilities.
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Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
While Commercial Street is closed on Thursday between Whipple Street and Summerset Drive, PennDOT said that crews will be doing a test run for the upcoming replacement of the bridge along the Parkway East before the demolition of the existing bridge and and sliding in of the new bridge.
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Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Also new is a test run for users to cast reels from their phone onto their TV.
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Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
To gear up for Riviera, Wie West decided to give herself a test run.
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Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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Nabih Bulos,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
While Commercial Street is closed on Thursday between Whipple Street and Summerset Drive, PennDOT said that crews will be doing a test run for the upcoming replacement of the bridge along the Parkway East before the demolition of the existing bridge and and sliding in of the new bridge.
—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Also new is a test run for users to cast reels from their phone onto their TV.
—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
To gear up for Riviera, Wie West decided to give herself a test run.
—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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“Test run.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/test%20run. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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