tried
Americanverb
adjective
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tested and proved good, dependable, or trustworthy.
a man of tried talents and integrity.
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subjected to hardship, worry, trouble, or the like.
verb
Etymology
Origin of tried
First recorded in 1350–1400
Example Sentences
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He said he tried to not make “a stupid action film.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 9, 2026
It has also tried to sell more products itself, through its own physical and online stores.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 9, 2026
I fell asleep and woke up at 3 a.m., had a long meditation workout, and tried not to think about this too much.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2026
Nunn says his children "take no advice from me because I'm their dad" but he's tried to make them understand the value of money.
From BBC • Jul. 8, 2026
But it turned out to be too soon for people working their way back from such hurt: the two times I tried it, it ended in open fights.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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