trying time
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
My partner and my adult daughter worked together like a well-oiled machine during this trying time.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 28, 2025
It comes at a trying time for CalMac - the west coast operator is facing a shortage of ships and has been grappling with an "exceptional" series of problems with its fleet.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2025
Shares in JetBlue are up double digits since the judge’s decision, as investors hope that the airline can focus on its own business at a trying time for its industry.
From New York Times • Jan. 30, 2024
Residents have come to see the turkey as a much-needed respite from a relentless news cycle, a bit of levity during a trying time.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 29, 2023
My community’s love and emotional support helped me and my family through our trying time and has kept my hope alive that one day we’ll put an end to this disease.
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
