try (something) on for size

idiom

: to put on (a piece of clothing, a pair of shoes, etc.) in order to see if it is the correct size

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Anrabess Front Pocket Knit Coat, $49.99; amazon.com Dusters are similar to coatigans, a cross between a coat and a cardigan, which is a cozy option to try on for size. Claire Harmeyer, Peoplemag, 9 Apr. 2023

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“Try (something) on for size.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/try%20%28something%29%20on%20for%20size. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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