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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
Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
The girl in the trial went on the drug in about 2011.
—Tara Haelle, Scientific American, 14 Oct. 2025
Critics have alleged that Netanyahu, who has pleaded not guilty, has pushed for the war to continue to delay his trial, citing diplomatic and national security grounds.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 14 Oct. 2025
The trial could last up to six weeks, said Judge Albright.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2025
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During that weekend, anyone can stop by the Member Service Desk at the local Sam’s Club and receive a free trial to shop the club like a member, stock up on cream cheese frosting and tires and see all the deals for themselves.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
The girl in the trial went on the drug in about 2011.
—Tara Haelle, Scientific American, 14 Oct. 2025
Critics have alleged that Netanyahu, who has pleaded not guilty, has pushed for the war to continue to delay his trial, citing diplomatic and national security grounds.
—Jared Gans, The Hill, 14 Oct. 2025
The trial could last up to six weeks, said Judge Albright.
—Charlotte Observer, 14 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for trial
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An epilogue sequence shows Lo has returned to work and written a story about the whole ordeal focused on Anne's contributions to cancer research.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
10 Oct. 2025
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In the below conversation with The Hollywood Reporter, Latimer opens up about the ordeal and his Survivor journey cut short.—
Terry Terrones,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Oct. 2025
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Dorcaz was attacked shortly after leaving a dance rehearsal and was reportedly on his way home when the incident occurred.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
11 Oct. 2025
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Chinese Premier Li Qiang and former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev will have front row seats at the event which, according to satellite imagery of apparent rehearsals, could include a large-scale mass gymnastics performance.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
9 Oct. 2025
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Paul Maurice expected Saturday night to be the biggest test of the Florida Panthers’ season-opening homestand.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
12 Oct. 2025
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
12 Oct. 2025
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On Sunday, Jeanty was stopped for a loss or no gain on four of his 10 runs against light boxes, and overall, the Las Vegas Raiders were stuffed 11 times on 29 attempts — the most of any team in a game this season.—
Vic Tafur,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Ongoing battle over Louisiana's congressional map The controversy grew out of Louisiana’s attempt to account for population shifts after the 2020 census.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
15 Oct. 2025
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Other symptoms may include headache, muscle pain, joint swelling, or rash.—
Greg Norman,
FOXNews.com,
15 Oct. 2025
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But just one week later, on June 1, 2019, a splitting headache and blurred vision sent her racing back to the hospital.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
14 Oct. 2025
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Everything from Surf Gang’s ethereal take on sample drill to the experimental post-punk band Moin.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
10 Oct. 2025
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The Navy and research partners in the United States have progressed from experimental trials off the West Coast to integrating DAS data into operational networks.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Oct. 2025
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Defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus has come under fire in recent weeks as the Cowboys continue to hemorrhage points.—
Jordan Sigler,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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Here’s everything our editors are already stocking up on for our upcoming Thanksgiving dinners and indulgent evenings spent reading by the fire.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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Welcome to the Week 6 fantasy cheat sheet, a one-stop shop for The Athletic’s game previews, injury and weather updates, and expert analysis.—
Jess Bryant,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
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Weeks before the actress officially filed for divorce, Kidman subtly alluded in her Vogue interview to what appeared to be a cryptic preview of the split.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Trial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trial. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.
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