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tried on

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evaluate, test v.
evaluate v.

VERB

evaluate, test

Synonyms

WEAK

appraise audition check out demonstrate experiment fit give a try have a dry run have a fitting inspect practice probe prove put into practice put to the test sample scrutinize taste try for size wear

Antonyms

WEAK

abstain

VERB

evaluate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

check out wear

WEAK

appraise audition demonstrate experiment fit inspect practice probe prove sample scrutinize taste test try out

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tried on

Not since Stuart Little tried on loafers has anyone had such small shoes to fill.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026

Charlotte Kite, 45, from Denbigh, has been doing dark night photography for just over a year and has tried on at least five occasions to secure a shot of bioluminescence, but was unsuccessful.

From BBC ● Jun. 25, 2026

As someone who is not naturally tidy, I’ve tried on a number of spring-cleaning formats over the years.

From Salon ● Mar. 19, 2026

Sadat said Ghares was tried on charges of "insulting a state institution" and "spreading false or malicious information likely to harm public order or security".

From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2025

Rio watched intently as Sara tried on several watches.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti