put to the test

Idioms and Phrases

Try or check out something or someone, as in This tall grass will put our new lawnmower to the test , or Let's put Harry to the test and see if he knows the last 20 World Series winners . [Mid-1600s]

Example Sentences

The gel-coated particles were put to the test with a trained tasting panel, where the results demonstrated that the test subjects perceived up to 52% less fibers, while the gel reduced the sensation of grittiness by 42% and dryness in the mouth by 36%.

From Science Daily

Trump’s influence was put to the test earlier this week when Republicans in the Senate picked their new leader.

From BBC

It's the job we all think and say we could do, in the knowledge our words will never be put to the test.

From BBC

It seemed like an ambitious aim then and it's being put to the test now.

From BBC

The new checkpoint will be put to the test Friday and Saturday, when the rail lines encounter a World Series crowd making its way to and from Dodger Stadium.

From Los Angeles Times

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