as in testing
to put (something) to a test
want to try out my new skateboard? tried out his skill at archery
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Best Summer Quilts at Quince I’ve been a shopping writer for years, testing all types of bedding—from buzzy Instagram brands to budget-friendly bargains—and have been consistently impressed by Quince’s lineup.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
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Radon is colorless and odorless, so there’s no way to detect it without testing.—
Ryan Brennan
May 15,
Charlotte Observer,
15 May 2026
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After sampling all of the ice creams, each editor selected an overall favorite.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
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Hospitals prepare for increased demand Huang said the county is also sampling wastewater and conducting hospital visits to make sure facilities are prepared.—
Marissa Armas,
CBS News,
13 May 2026
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“Trying (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trying%20%28out%29. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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