tries on
Checks the size
To try on is to put on clothing or accessories to check fit or appearance before committing to them: She tried on six dresses before finding the right one.
Figuratively, to try on an idea or attitude is to test it out: He tried on various personas in college.
To try it on (British) is to attempt something cheeky or deceptive to see if you can get away with it.
- rehearsingPreparing by repeated practice
- role playAssume another's identity temporarily
- role-playingActing out characters
- practicingRepeated skill refinement
- fittingSuitable or proper
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