try on

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

She said pupils will make an appointment to come to the boutique, to try on as many outfits as they want, find something, get it reserved, then wear it at prom.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

"Honestly, he's beaten him in a phone booth. There aren't many players that can score that try on the planet, it's a great moment. He's building a highlights reel quickly."

From Barron's • Feb. 21, 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

Mrs. told me to try on her royal blue coat, a winter coat with rabbit fur around the collar and cuffs.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia