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as in ordeal
a test of faith, patience, or strength
living with her insufferable relatives was a real trial
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as in rehearsal
a private performance or session in preparation for a public appearance
ran another trial of the aerial performance before opening night
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as in test
a procedure or operation carried out to resolve an uncertainty
trials by medical researchers haven't determined whether the medication is safe or not
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as in headache
something that is a source of irritation
trying to have a coherent phone conversation with his senile father was always a trial
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as in experimental
made or done as an experiment
a trial medical procedure that should be considered only after all other options have been exhausted
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Recent Examples of trial
Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
That’s why Unlearn emphasizes rigorous validation within each trial’s specific context.
—Tor Constantino, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
The ongoing trial, however, has laid bare allegations that drugs have seemingly been as much a part of Combs’ past as professional success.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 3 June 2025
Jayne was not implicated in last year's verdict against her ex, but federal prosecutors said during Girardi's trial that among the misappropriated funds, $25 million went to EJ Global, a company founded by Jayne to finance her entertainment career.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 3 June 2025
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Noun
The Point Loma was built in Mobile, Ala., by Austal USA, which also conducted the sea trials.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
That’s why Unlearn emphasizes rigorous validation within each trial’s specific context.
—Tor Constantino, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
The ongoing trial, however, has laid bare allegations that drugs have seemingly been as much a part of Combs’ past as professional success.
—Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 3 June 2025
Jayne was not implicated in last year's verdict against her ex, but federal prosecutors said during Girardi's trial that among the misappropriated funds, $25 million went to EJ Global, a company founded by Jayne to finance her entertainment career.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trial
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One victim, the father of a crypto millionaire, was allegedly held for days in a house south of Paris — and reportedly had a finger severed during the ordeal.—
MacKenzie Sigalos,
CNBC,
7 June 2025
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Nearly two hours later, someone called 911 about diesel in the Harbor East marina, and by 2 p.m., officials began responding to the ordeal.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
6 June 2025
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Engaging in work outside the studio or rehearsal space provides the critical structure, financial stability and mental refreshment essential for crucial artistic results.—
Kice Akkawi,
Rolling Stone,
16 June 2025
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Everyone was having so much fun and would show up early for rehearsals to watch.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
16 June 2025
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These defence systems were put to the test in April of 2024 when Iran launched Operation True Promise in retaliation to Israel’s bombing of the Iranian embassy in Damascus.—
Natasha Lindstaedt,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Soil tests can reveal if your soil has sufficient levels of calcium and can determine if your soil pH is optimal for nutrient availability.—
Nora Doonan,
Hartford Courant,
14 June 2025
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Violence against public officials has been increasing in recent years, including the two recent assassination attempts in 2024 against President Donald Trump.—
Donald J. Mihalek,
ABC News,
16 June 2025
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Duren took 546 field-goal attempts last regular season, with 478 coming less than five feet from the rim.—
Hunter Patterson,
New York Times,
16 June 2025
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This is just the wrong place for trash fees to be charged and is pretty much guaranteed to create massive headaches for homeowners.—
Inga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 June 2025
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Bringing a pet to the vet's office for an appointment can often cause owners headaches, but one woman's chaotic experience left the internet in stitches.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 June 2025
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Sadly, the label would have none of that experimental nonsense.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
21 June 2025
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For investors, this represents both opportunity and risk, but the institutional validation is real—BlackRock doesn't deploy billions into experimental technologies.—
Anastasia Chernikova,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Israel and Iran exchanged heavy fire for the eighth straight day on Friday, with Iranian missiles striking Israeli cities and Israeli jets targeting military and nuclear sites across Iran.—
Amanda Castro
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 June 2025
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The fire originated in Flat 16, on the fourth floor.—
Time,
Time,
20 June 2025
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On this afternoon, the talented bassist — who is also the president of prestigious jazz label Blue Note Records — was leading his Pan Detroit Ensemble in a preview of the band’s forthcoming debut album, due out sometime this summer.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
16 June 2025
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Rolling out soon to commercial users, a preview is available by joining the Teams Public Preview or Targeted Release.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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“Trial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trial. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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