to make an attempt; to test; to try something out (often used as a reduplicated verb to soften the tone)

an examination or test

to conduct a trial or test; a scientific experiment or investigation

to test or evaluate machinery, equipment, or a person's skill; a test or measurement

to make an effort to do or achieve something, often in the face of difficulty

to try; to attempt

a location or project used as a test point or pilot scheme

To interview or be interviewed (as for a job or school admission); a formal evaluation meeting.

to be on a trial period or probation for a job or position

to implement or put into practice on a trial basis, typically referring to regulations, policies, or procedures

a document containing questions for a test or examination

A question or topic presented in an examination or test.

to adjust and test components or equipment to ensure proper function

to sound out or feel out someone's intentions, opinions, or reactions

a performance given by an actor, singer, or dancer to demonstrate their suitability for a role

to drive a vehicle to evaluate its performance or condition

to give it a try

written examination or paper test

describing an education system or approach focused on preparing students for standardized tests

to manufacture or develop a new product or process experimentally

to consider a cogent point (often used as an imperative meaning 'just imagine' or 'think about it')

a sample, model, or test piece used for scientific testing or industrial inspection

to sit for the second round of a two-stage exam

to conduct a flight test for a newly developed or modified aircraft.

To pose a rhetorical question, often used to challenge a statement or invite reflection; one might well ask.

to try on clothing or footwear to check the fit, size, or appearance

to be eager to give something a try; itching to have a go

to have a competition or match of skill or strength

a trial or probationary period, typically used in the context of employment or product testing

a person who is a subject in an experiment or a clinical trial

a preliminary or qualifying examination, often the first stage of a multi-part assessment

A general administrative institution or board responsible for organizing and supervising examinations.

pilot test (in product development etc)

exploratory; tentative

to plant a crop or plant variety experimentally on a trial basis

an examination or test conducted by spoken communication

a standard or criterion used to determine the quality, authenticity, or value of something

to set up or run on a trial basis

proven effective through repeated testing; never failing

(chemistry, medicine) test strip

the metropolitan examination, the second highest level of the imperial civil service examination system

a liquid reagent or solution used for chemical testing, analysis, or experiments

trial screening of a movie or film before official release

a trial trip of a ship or boat to evaluate its performance and seaworthiness