try · v
try (LAW)
C2 to examine facts in a court of law to decide if someone is guilty of a crime
Dictionary examples:
He was tried for fraud. (40.8)
try (ATTEMPT)
A2 to attempt to do something
Dictionary examples:
She tried to be invisible in class. Her loud sneeze betrayed her. (0.0)
I tried to train my cat. Now my cat trains me. (0.0)
He tried to impress her by dancing. He impressed the floor instead. (0.0)
I tried to open the window but I couldn't. (15.0)
I'm trying my best/hardest, but I just can't do it. (18.7)
Try not to upset her. (25.1)
I've tried really hard but I can't persuade him to come. (26.7)
Keep trying and you'll find a job eventually. (27.4)
If I don't get into the football academy this year, I'll try again next year. (55.4)
try (TEST)
B1 to do, test, taste, etc., something to discover if it works or if you like it
Dictionary examples:
He tried to teach his cat to bark. It didn't go well! (0.0)
I tried to use ketchup as toothpaste. Never again! (0.0)
She tried using a banana as a phone. It didn't work! (0.0)
Why don't you try using a different shampoo? (14.8)
I tried that recipe you gave me last night. (21.9)
He tried the door, but the handle was broken. (38.1)