trial runs

plural of trial run

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for trial runs
Noun
  • Astronomers might be close to confirming the presence of an Earth-like atmosphere on an exoplanet for the first time, if more detailed analyses verify preliminary observations from the James Webb Space Telescope.
    Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 18 Sep. 2025
  • However, based on the most recent observations amassed by tools including the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (VLT), KY26 is much smaller than anticipated.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Maxi sailboats have been competing for bragging rights and very special Rolex watches in Porto Cervo for 35 years.
    Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Rather than pocket the savings, travelers are splashing out on their visits, spending more on things like watches and jewelry, according to research undertaken by the Japan Tourism Agency.
    Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 13 Sep. 2025
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“Trial runs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trial%20runs. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.

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