Definition try in American English

try noun

[countable] noun

/traɪ/

an attempt to do something

Example

It was a good try, but it missed the goal.

Example

Charlie passed the driver's test on his first try.

Example

There are no guarantees it will work, but it's worth a try.

Example

"I can't lift it." "Here, let me give it a try."

Synonyms and related words

attempt effort struggle

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if a rugby player scores a try, they touch the ground behind the goal line with the ball and score points

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Australian Rules football conversion conversion kick

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Words related to try:

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