tryout
noun
a trial or test to ascertain fitness for some purpose.
tryouts
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pluralof tryout.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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But, according to the coach, it hasn't deterred hopefuls from applying, and this year was the first year the team's considered tryouts from people who have seen America's Sweethearts.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
Sitting in the center of the room, personally overseeing the tryouts, Wembanyama conducted a series of unusually loud job interviews—listening to chants, gauging volume and pressure-testing die-hard levels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 27, 2026
WWE also held a tryouts event in London over the weekend for aspiring stars to show off their skills in front of the company.
From BBC ● Mar. 31, 2025
On March 9, however, the Sparks posted a flyer on social media advertising tryouts for male practice players April 12 at El Camino College.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 18, 2025
He took a long, hot shower and tried to wipe away the stench of tryouts.
From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty
