try·out
ˈtrī-ˌau̇t 
: an experimental performance or demonstration: such as
a
: a test of the ability (as of an athlete or actor) to fill a part or meet standards
b
: a performance of a play prior to its official opening to determine response and discover weaknesses
tried out; trying out; tries out
: to compete for a position especially on an athletic team or for a part in a play
Examples of tryout in a Sentence
Noun
Open tryouts for the team are next Monday.
Verb
want to try out my new skateboard?
tried out his skill at archery
Recent Examples on the Web
Jen Juneau, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
But her mother bought flights for both of them to Mexico City last November after hearing about league tryouts there.
—James Wagner Marian Carrasquero, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2024
Next up is a possible drive to Oregon for a Mavericks League tryout.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2024
But days before tryouts started, the San Tan Valley school and its surrounding community were shaken by the death of the popular 16-year-old junior, who in late October was severely beaten by a group of people in Queen Creek during a Halloween party.
—The Arizona Republic, 5 Jan. 2024
Angelina Jolie Will Produce 'Outsiders' Broadway Show with Help from 'Thoughtful' Daughter Vivienne, 15
Angelina Jolie is one of the lead producers on the musical, a project she was inspired to take on after her daughter Vivienne saw the out-of-town tryout at La Jolla Playhouse in San Diego.
—Dave Quinn, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2024
More serious offers came, leading to the recent tryout with the Rangers and, as of Feb. 14, the forthcoming one with the New Jersey native’s Yankees.
—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 17 Feb. 2024
Rebelle volleyball Rebelle Athletics Club offers girls’ volleyball tryouts at Archbishop Curley Notre Dame High School, 4949 NE Second Ave.
—Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2024
While seated at a piano, with his Nana alongside for the tryout, Blake impressed the judges and earned a Golden Ticket to advance.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024
Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 24 Apr. 2024
Indulge in classic kids menu items like corn dogs or spaghetti and meatballs, or try out elevated versions of fan-favorites like the Golden Gate Grilled Cheese or Extra-Special Quesadillas.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 23 Apr. 2024
Sophie also relied on her own expertise as a commerce writer and a frequent traveler who has tried out pieces from several of the brands on this list, including Girlfriend Collective, Athleta, Rains, and more.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2024
One of the first to try out the builder’s remedy was Cedar Street Partners, which applied to build affordable housing in the affluent Southern California city of La Cañada Flintridge.
—Kate Talerico, The Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2024
This is great for those that are just trying out CBD for the first time and are uncertain as to what strength will work best for them.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The snaps included Wolfe trying out sumo wrestling, opening up his presents, feeding a capybara and hanging with his family.
—Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
Five films and now a Netflix series, starring a parade of alluring actors, have tried out various angles on the Ripley question.
—Alissa Wilkinson, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2024
Parents looking for educational resources to teach their kids about the eclipse can also try out the Totality app from Big Kid Science (iOS, Android).
—Reece Rogers, WIRED, 7 Apr. 2024
Noun
Jolie is one of the lead producers on the musical, a project she was inspired to take on after Vivienne saw the out-of-town tryout at La Jolla Playhouse in San Diego.
—Jen Juneau, Peoplemag, 4 Apr. 2024
But her mother bought flights for both of them to Mexico City last November after hearing about league tryouts there.
—James Wagner Marian Carrasquero, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2024
Next up is a possible drive to Oregon for a Mavericks League tryout.
—Jerry McDonald, The Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2024
But days before tryouts started, the San Tan Valley school and its surrounding community were shaken by the death of the popular 16-year-old junior, who in late October was severely beaten by a group of people in Queen Creek during a Halloween party.
—The Arizona Republic, 5 Jan. 2024
Angelina Jolie Will Produce 'Outsiders' Broadway Show with Help from 'Thoughtful' Daughter Vivienne, 15
Angelina Jolie is one of the lead producers on the musical, a project she was inspired to take on after her daughter Vivienne saw the out-of-town tryout at La Jolla Playhouse in San Diego.
—Dave Quinn, Peoplemag, 15 Mar. 2024
More serious offers came, leading to the recent tryout with the Rangers and, as of Feb. 14, the forthcoming one with the New Jersey native’s Yankees.
—Danny Emerman, The Mercury News, 17 Feb. 2024
Rebelle volleyball Rebelle Athletics Club offers girls’ volleyball tryouts at Archbishop Curley Notre Dame High School, 4949 NE Second Ave.
—Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2024
While seated at a piano, with his Nana alongside for the tryout, Blake impressed the judges and earned a Golden Ticket to advance.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024
Verb
The deal makes for the perfect time to try out Starbucks’ new Spicy Lemonade Refreshers and spicy cream cold foam.
—Sabrina Weiss, Peoplemag, 24 Apr. 2024
Indulge in classic kids menu items like corn dogs or spaghetti and meatballs, or try out elevated versions of fan-favorites like the Golden Gate Grilled Cheese or Extra-Special Quesadillas.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 23 Apr. 2024
Sophie also relied on her own expertise as a commerce writer and a frequent traveler who has tried out pieces from several of the brands on this list, including Girlfriend Collective, Athleta, Rains, and more.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2024
One of the first to try out the builder’s remedy was Cedar Street Partners, which applied to build affordable housing in the affluent Southern California city of La Cañada Flintridge.
—Kate Talerico, The Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2024
This is great for those that are just trying out CBD for the first time and are uncertain as to what strength will work best for them.
—Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024
The snaps included Wolfe trying out sumo wrestling, opening up his presents, feeding a capybara and hanging with his family.
—Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
Five films and now a Netflix series, starring a parade of alluring actors, have tried out various angles on the Ripley question.
—Alissa Wilkinson, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2024
Parents looking for educational resources to teach their kids about the eclipse can also try out the Totality app from Big Kid Science (iOS, Android).
—Reece Rogers, WIRED, 7 Apr. 2024
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tryout
1 of 2 noun
try·out
ˈtrī-ˌau̇t
: a test of the ability (as of an actor or athlete) to fill a part or meet standards
try out
2 of 2 verb(ˈ)trī-ˈau̇t
: to take part in a tryout especially for a position on an athletic team or a part in a play
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