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Example Sentences

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“First- and second-graders who try on glasses the first time are blown away because they just thought that’s how the world looked,” Carroll said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

Slipper's try on the half-hour mark helped the Brumbies to a 19-14 halftime lead.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

“Company,” a reggae tune with a guest appearance from Jamaican dancehall vocalist Buju Banton, gives Ms. Lennox an opportunity to try on a sing-song melodic guise and it suits her.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 27, 2026

People have been invited to come here via local networks, food banks, housing associations and other outreach organisations to browse, try on and take home a coat for free.

From BBC • Dec. 12, 2025

“I’ve got an appointment to try on wedding gowns,” Georgie said.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty