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try on

/traɪ ɒn/
fashion shopping
Variations: tries on; tried on; trying on

To put on a piece of clothing to see if it fits or looks good before buying it.

Examples:
  • "Can I try on this dress in a smaller size?"
  • "She tried on five pairs of shoes before finding the perfect ones."
  • "You should try it on before you buy it."
✓ Similar: test, sample, put on
✗ Opposite: take off, remove

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