try on
verb
tried on; trying on; tries on
1
: to put on (a garment) in order to test the fit
2
: to use or test experimentally
Examples of try on in a Sentence
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When trying on all of the looks, Lee says her biggest style takeaway was never underestimate the power of a good tailor.
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2024
Trial is seen as a chance to send a message
Protesters who took to the streets after Nichols was killed will also be watching to see what comes from the courthouse as the ex-Memphis officers are tried on the federal civil rights charges.
—Debbie Elliott, NPR, 9 Sep. 2024
When trying on wide-leg jeans, celebrity stylist Cindy Conroy advises shoppers to look for red flags.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2024
Meet first responders, try on their gear and experience hands-on activities and demonstrations; from 4 to 8 p.m. at Placentia Town Center, Yorba Linda Boulevard and Kraemer Boulevard.
—Bailey Kanthatham, Orange County Register, 29 July 2024
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 12 Sep. 2024
Trial is seen as a chance to send a message
Protesters who took to the streets after Nichols was killed will also be watching to see what comes from the courthouse as the ex-Memphis officers are tried on the federal civil rights charges.
—Debbie Elliott, NPR, 9 Sep. 2024
When trying on wide-leg jeans, celebrity stylist Cindy Conroy advises shoppers to look for red flags.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Peoplemag, 1 Sep. 2024
Meet first responders, try on their gear and experience hands-on activities and demonstrations; from 4 to 8 p.m. at Placentia Town Center, Yorba Linda Boulevard and Kraemer Boulevard.
—Bailey Kanthatham, Orange County Register, 29 July 2024
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“Try on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/try%20on. Accessed 19 Sep. 2024.
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