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
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After trying on his own, Parra turned to a firefighter to break the window.
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Holly Ramer, Fortune, 15 July 2025
In the clip, the mother of two tried on her daughter's recent purchase, showing off a White Fox sky blue dress that was embellished with sequins and star appliqués intended for her daughter.
—Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 4 July 2025
One glaring question is how serious youth offenders will be tried on such an expedited timeline.
—Evan Mealins, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Expanding into international markets will allow our overseas clients to experience, feel, and try on our garments firsthand.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
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Holly Ramer, Fortune, 15 July 2025
In the clip, the mother of two tried on her daughter's recent purchase, showing off a White Fox sky blue dress that was embellished with sequins and star appliqués intended for her daughter.
—Meredith Wilshere, People.com, 4 July 2025
One glaring question is how serious youth offenders will be tried on such an expedited timeline.
—Evan Mealins, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Expanding into international markets will allow our overseas clients to experience, feel, and try on our garments firsthand.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
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“Try on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/try%20on. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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