field trial
noun
1
: a trial of sporting dogs in actual performance
2
: a trial of a new product in actual situations for which it is intended
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The accelerator helps startups quickly find product-market fit by conducting field trials and providing commercialization support.
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Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Miller, who recently turned 18, finished fifth in the 100 meter at June’s U.S. Olympic track and field trials.
—Alex Sherman, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2024
The highlights included finishing fifth at June’s U.S. Olympic track and field trials, and becoming only the sixth man under the age of 20 to run a 100 in less than 10 seconds.
—Andrew Greif, NBC News, 15 Oct. 2024
Maki et al/Veterinary Research, CC BY-ND Researchers in Canada also began similar field trials in Ontario.
—Discover Magazine, 3 Oct. 2024
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Marianne Lehnis, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Miller, who recently turned 18, finished fifth in the 100 meter at June’s U.S. Olympic track and field trials.
—Alex Sherman, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2024
The highlights included finishing fifth at June’s U.S. Olympic track and field trials, and becoming only the sixth man under the age of 20 to run a 100 in less than 10 seconds.
—Andrew Greif, NBC News, 15 Oct. 2024
Maki et al/Veterinary Research, CC BY-ND Researchers in Canada also began similar field trials in Ontario.
—Discover Magazine, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Field trial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/field%20trial. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.
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