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try [ˈtraɪ]

1 try verb
  • to make an effort to do something : to attempt to accomplish or complete something —often followed by to + verb —often followed by and + verb
  • to do or use (something) in order to see if it works or will be successful —often + out
  • to do or use (something) in order to find out if you like it —often + out
2 try noun
  • an effort or attempt to do something—usually singular
  • a play in which points are scored by touching the ground with the ball behind the opponent's goal line