Definitions

trial and error

NOUN

experimental approach

Synonyms

WEAK

R and D analysis cut and try examination experiment hit and miss hit or miss probe research research and development study tentation test

Example Sentences

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Trial-and-error beats trying to squeeze every ounce of energy out of an aging lineup early in the season.

From Chicago Tribune • Nov. 28, 2012

Trial-and-error, learning, 7, 48, 52, 216; reflection as mental, 49.

From Human Traits and their Social Significance by Edman, Irwin