tried-and-true

Example Sentences

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“Forgetting was a tried-and-true way for sheep to get over their sorrows,” Swann observes in her book.

From Salon • May 17, 2026

Scott Bagley, owner of Mulberry Woodworking in Frankfort, Ind., said he uses the company’s tried-and-true model every day.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

Do you have tried-and-true tips you tell anyone when Coachella comes up in conversation?

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Consider a few tried-and-true methods — and some novel ones — to ease the pain at the pump.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

Here’s a tried-and-true memory aid: If you’re good in school, the principal is your p-a-l. prophecy/prophesy.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner