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To make an effort or attempt
“He didn't even try to listen to my side of the story.”
To experiment or test something
“I have seen a lot of therapists who try different kinds of treatment.”
To give pain, affliction, or vexation to
“As it is, literally having to watch paint dry starts to sorely try the patience.”
To bring before a judge
“The information is invalid, and this Court has no jurisdiction to try the issue arising therefrom.”
To hope for, or aspire to, a goal or dream
(in sport) To score a point when an object is placed into an area designated for such an activity
To make (someone) feel annoyed, frustrated, or worried, especially with trivial matters
To diminish the confidence or courage of
To sue or bring action against in court
To sample the flavor of something orally
To take a risk or chance on
To begin doing something
To become involved or associated with
To turn to and adopt or use, typically to resolve a difficult situation
To quickly browse or look through, especially reading material
To engage or contend against other competitors in a contest
To be bold or daring enough to do something risky or audacious
To do something repeatedly so as to become skilled
To feel or manipulate with the hands
To invite someone to engage in a contest
An attempt or effort towards an endeavor
“I finally managed to stay upright on my third try at snowboarding.”
A trial or experiment
“He decided that the results were not what he expected after a try.”
A proposal, application, or other document presented for consideration or judgment
A disagreement or quarrel
A undertaking, typically one that involves risk
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