try

[traɪ]

try Definition

• 1. to make an effort to do something
• 2. to test or use something to see if it works or is effective
• 3. to attempt to persuade someone to do something

Using try: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "try" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I will try to finish the project by Friday.

• Example

  She tried the new recipe and it turned out great.

• Example

  He tried to convince his boss to give him a raise.

• Example

  I'm going to try out for the basketball team.

• Example

  Let's try this approach and see if it works.

try Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for try

• attempt
• endeavor
• strive
• undertake
• test
• sample
• experiment
• assay
• persuade
• convince
• try out

Antonyms for try

• quit
• abandon
• discontinue
• give up

Idioms Using try

• give it a try

  to attempt to do something, especially when unsure of the outcome

  Example

  I'm not sure if I can fix the car, but I'll give it a try.

• all for show

  done only to impress others, without any real effort or intention to succeed

  Example

  He pretended to study hard, but it was all for show; he didn't really care about his grades.

• try someone's patience

  to annoy or irritate someone by testing their limits or endurance

  Example

  Her constant complaining was starting to try my patience.

Phrases with try

• try one's hand at

  to attempt to do something that one has little or no experience with

  Example

  I decided to try my hand at painting, even though I've never done it before.

• try on

  to put on a piece of clothing to see how it fits or looks

  Example

  She tried on several dresses before choosing the one she wanted.

• try for size

  to test or evaluate something to see if it is suitable or appropriate

  Example

  We need to try this new software for size before we decide whether to buy it.

Origins of try

from Old French 'trier', meaning 'to pick, cull'

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Summary: try in Brief

The verb 'try' [traɪ] means to make an effort, test, or attempt to persuade. It can be used in various contexts, such as trying to finish a project, trying out for a team, or trying a new recipe. Phrases like 'try one's hand at' and 'try on' extend its usage, while idioms like 'give it a try' and 'try someone's patience' add nuance to its meaning.