September 12, 2011 - Word of the Day: try

Use the verb "try" when you do something for the first time or you do something that is difficult. A person who tries doesn't give up. (give up = stop trying).

• The students tried to get all of their work done before the end of class.
• You should try this bike. It's very comfortable. (try = use something or try something for the first time.)
• Do you want to try this restaurant?
• Try to call me when you arrive in Los Angeles.
• I tried calling her, but there was no answer.
• Henrietta tried on several pairs of shoes, but she didnt find anything that she liked.
• You should try on those pants before you buy them to make sure they fit.
• Let's try to get to bed early tonight.
• Charles tried to wake up early but he couldn't.
• You aren't trying hard enough. Keep trying!

He tried to teach his chickens how to walk in single file.

(single file = walk in a straight line, one person after another.)

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