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trial
noun(tri-al)
trying something to find out about it
Synonyms: test, trial run, tryout,
Examples:
A sample for ten days free trial.
A trial of progesterone failed to relieve the pain.
trial
noun(tri-al)
an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event
Synonyms: tribulation, visitation,
Examples:
His mother-in-law's visits were a great trial for him.
trial
noun(tri-al)
the act of testing something
Synonyms: run, test,
Examples:
In the experimental trials the amount of carbon was measured separately.
He called each flip of the coin a new trial.
trial
noun(tri-al)
the act of undergoing testing
Synonyms: test,
Examples:
Candidates must compete in a trial of skill.
trial
noun(tri-al)
(law) the determination of a person's innocence or guilt by due process of law
Examples:
He had a fair trial and the jury found him guilty.
Most of these complaints are settled before they go to trial.
trial
noun(tri-al)
(sports) a preliminary competition to determine qualifications
Examples:
The trials for the semifinals began yesterday.

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