Try
/traɪ/
Definitions
- (v.) To make an attempt to accomplish or achieve something.
The lawyer will try the case before the judge.
- (v.) To examine or test something, especially in a legal context (e.g., try a case).
The jury will try the defendant to determine guilt.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'try' specifically refers to conducting a judicial examination of issues or evidence before a judge or jury.
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