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2003 single by Billy Talent
"Try Honesty" is the debut single by Canadian alternative rock band, Billy Talent, released July 1, 2003 as the lead single from their debut self-titled
Try_Honesty
2001 EP by Billy Talent
Try Honesty is the debut EP by Canadian alternative rock band, Billy Talent released independently in 2001. The EP marks the group's first release as
Try_Honesty_(EP)
de. Retrieved on April 7, 2009. Peaks on the Scottish singles chart: "Try Honesty": "Official Scottish Singles Chart Top 100". Official Charts Company
Billy_Talent_discography
2003 single by Billy Talent
- The Ex - Live On Pepsi Breakout (2003)". YouTube. "Billy Talent – Try Honesty – CD (Single, Enhanced), 2003 [r3136196]". Discogs. 2010-10-01. "Billy
The_Ex_(song)
2003 studio album by Billy Talent
Label Atlantic Producer Gavin "Golden" Brown Billy Talent chronology Try Honesty / Living in the Shadows (2003) Billy Talent (2003) Billy Talent II (2006)
Billy_Talent_(album)
Canadian rock band
to fans mistaking Kowalewicz as being named Billy Talent. Try Honesty A sample of "Try Honesty" from Billy Talent's self-titled album, the band's first
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Season of television series
via Twitter. Declan: "Only 200 more days 'till graduation though." "Try Honesty, Part 2". Degrassi. Episode 1012. August 5, 2010. 2:31 minutes in. MuchMusic
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2003 remix album by Madonna
ninth studio album American Life and a previously unreleased song, "Your Honesty", originally written and recorded for her 1994 sixth studio album Bedtime
Remixed_&_Revisited
American actor and filmmaker (born 1972)
Barnes, Brooks (February 18, 2020). "Ben Affleck Tried to Drink Away the Pain. Now He's Trying Honesty". The New York Times. Archived from the original
Ben_Affleck
1999 studio album by Pezz
Self-released Atlantic (re-release) Producers Pezz Daryl Smith Brad "Merlin" Nelson Pezz chronology Dudebox (1995) Watoosh! (1999) Try Honesty EP (2001)
Watoosh!
2007 live album / DVD by Billy Talent
Performances at the Rock Am Ring Festival, Nürburgring Perfect World Sympathy Try Honesty Nothing to Lose Fallen Leaves Red Flag Live CD Live at the Phillipshalle
666_(Billy_Talent_album)
2014 compilation album by Billy Talent
the vault. In the two weeks that followed, the band, starting with "Try Honesty", posted the official video of one of the songs (with the exception of
Hits_(Billy_Talent_album)
American author and blogger
book by the same name. Manson's first book, Models: Attract Women Through Honesty, was self-published in 2011. It was reissued by Pan Macmillan Australia
Mark_Manson
2004 Canadian TV series or program
Roberts with 8 nominations. Finger Eleven — "One Thing" Billy Talent — "Try Honesty" Nelly Furtado — "Powerless (Say What You Want)" Pilate — "Into Your
2004_MuchMusic_Video_Awards
Canadian guitarist
(1995) Pezz – Dudebox EP (1996) Pezz – Watoosh! LP (1998) Billy Talent – Try Honesty (2001) Billy Talent – Billy Talent (2003) Billy Talent – Billy Talent
Ian_D'Sa
Canadian music awards ceremony
the Year Recording Engineer of the Year Gavin Brown — Billy Talent, "Try Honesty" and Three Days Grace, "I Hate Everything About You" Malcolm Burn — Emmylou
Juno_Awards_of_2004
Nickelback "Too Bad" 2003 Treble Charger "Hundred Million" 2004 Billy Talent "Try Honesty" 2005 Billy Talent "River Below" 2006 Nickelback "Photograph" 2007 Billy
MuchMusic Video Award for Best Rock Video
MuchMusic_Video_Award_for_Best_Rock_Video
eating genetically modified food in the school cafeteria, while others were trying to escape. The second half of the episode was a behind-the-scenes look with
List of Degrassi: The Next Generation episodes
List_of_Degrassi:_The_Next_Generation_episodes
Film adaptations of the DC superhero
Barnes, Brooks (February 18, 2020). "Ben Affleck Tried to Drink Away the Pain. Now He's Trying Honesty". The New York Times. Archived from the original
Batman_in_film
Moral virtue and practice
ethical principles and values. In ethics, integrity is regarded as the honesty and truthfulness or earnestness of one's actions. Integrity can stand in
Integrity
Year Nominee / work Award Result 2003 "Try Honesty" Favorite New Single Won 2004 "River Below" Favorite New Single Won Billy Talent Favorite New Album
List of awards and nominations received by Billy Talent
List_of_awards_and_nominations_received_by_Billy_Talent
South African rock band
Episode 7 (Occupy Fiona) "Next to Me" Degrassi – Season 10 episode "Try Honesty-Part 1"[unreliable source?] Arrow Season 1, Muse of Fire "Fire Escape"
Civil_Twilight_(band)
2020 American sports-drama film directed by Gavin O'Connor
Barnes, Brooks (February 18, 2020). "Ben Affleck Tried to Drink Away the Pain. Now He's Trying Honesty". New York Times. Retrieved February 21, 2020. "The
The_Way_Back_(2020_film)
Musical artist
Days Grace Nominated Gavin Brown Jack Richardson Producer of the Year "Try Honesty" from "Billy Talent"; "I Hate Everything About You" from "Three Days
Gavin_Brown_(musician)
several MMVAs (Much Music Video Awards). His video for Billy Talent's "Try Honesty" won the 2004 Best Rock Video award at the MMVAs and "River Below" won
Sean_Michael_Turrell
American comedy series
series as "a funny, brainy grief-com about the power—and dangers—of radical honesty." Chicago Sun-Times's Richard Roeper gave a rating of 3.5 out of 4 stars
Shrinking_(TV_series)
Proprietary software with time-limited free use
economics of the shareware model. Some shareware relies entirely on the user's honesty and requires no password. Simply checking an "I have paid" checkbox in
Shareware
1996 compilation album by Various artists
Simple Plan, "Perfect" (2003) Sum 41, "Pieces" (2005) Billy Talent, "Try Honesty" (2004) Sloan, "If It Feels Good Do It" (2001) Buck 65, "Wicked and Weird"
Oh What a Feeling: A Vital Collection of Canadian Music
Oh_What_a_Feeling:_A_Vital_Collection_of_Canadian_Music
2005 video by Billy Talent
Shadows", and rare acoustic sets of "Standing In The Rain," "Lies" and "Try Honesty." On December 7, 2004, the DVD sold over 10,000 in Canada, earning Platinum
Scandalous_Travelers
Talent 5-Song Pack July 1, 2014 "Fallen Leaves" 2006 "Red Flag" 2006 "Try Honesty" 2003 "Viking Death March" 2012 "Can't Stand Me Now" LibertinesThe Libertines
List of downloadable songs for Rocksmith
List_of_downloadable_songs_for_Rocksmith
2013 compilation album by various artists
Than Jake 3:14 20. "Superman" Goldfinger 3:05 21. "Flavor of the Weak" American Hi-Fi 3:07 22. "Try Honesty" Billy Talent 4:15 Total length: 1:09:52
Teenage_Dirtbags
1971 studio album by Thin Lizzy
photographer Roy Esmonde, along with some shots taken in the studio. The song "Honesty Is No Excuse" was covered by Cass McCombs on his 2013 album Big Wheel and
Thin_Lizzy_(album)
Canadian music award
Down" 2004 Nelly Furtado "Powerless (Say What You Want)" Billy Talent, "Try Honesty" Nickelback, "Someday" Our Lady Peace, "Innocent" Shaye, "Happy Baby"
Juno Award for Single of the Year
Juno_Award_for_Single_of_the_Year
Israeli-American professor of psychology and behavioral economics (born 1967)
Honest Truth about Dishonesty. He co-produced the 2015 documentary (Dis)Honesty: The Truth About Lies. Ariely's life, research, and book Predictably Irrational
Dan_Ariely
Hospital in Ontario, Canada
Canadian alternative rock band Billy Talent shot their music video for Try Honesty in one of the old buildings in 2003, before they were torn down in 2005–6
Whitby_Psychiatric_Hospital
2026 studio album by Charli XCX
Fashion, Film received acclaim from music critics, who praised its lyrical honesty and experimental production. It topped the charts in Australia, New Zealand
Music,_Fashion,_Film
2016 book by Mark Manson
constantly trying to be happy. Manson's approach and writing style have been described as different from other self-help books, using blunt honesty and profanity
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck
The_Subtle_Art_of_Not_Giving_a_Fuck
Person who resists paying U.S. taxes
government. More recently, tax protesters have styled themselves as the "Tax Honesty Movement". Tax protester cases appear to be a relatively small percentage
Tax protester history in the United States
Tax_protester_history_in_the_United_States
Obong of Creek Town
Eyo Honesty II (né Eyo Eyo Nsa; c. 1788–1858) was the ruler of Creek Town from 1835 until his death on 3 December 1858. Creek Town was part of the Efik
Eyo_Honesty_II
Canadian television program (1996–2017)
Paul 21 November 2003 1 "One Thing" Finger Eleven 28 November 2003 1 "Try Honesty" Billy Talent 5 December 2003 1 "Stand Up" Ludacris featuring Shawnna
Countdown (Canadian TV program)
Countdown_(Canadian_TV_program)
Bubblegum – 10cc – Compilation To Madagascar and Back EP/DVD – Flickerstick Try Honesty / Living in the Shadows EP – Billy Talent Watching the Snow – Michael
2003_in_music
Ethical intimacy with multiple partners
involved, but with recurring themes or values; such as love, intimacy, honesty, integrity, equality, communication, and commitment. It can often be distinguished
Polyamory
American singer (born 1999)
(February 26, 2021). "Madison Beer – 'Life Support' review: gut-punch honesty". NME. "ALBUM REVIEW: Madison Beer alive and kicking after decade on 'Life
Madison_Beer
American politician (1902–1971)
his means. Another key to all this may be expressed in a single word: honesty. Dewey was honest." One of his biggest prizes was gangster Dutch Schultz
Thomas_E._Dewey
1996 single by Alan Jackson
that I am/And I'll try to love only you/And I'll try my best to be true/Oh darlin' I'll try." What more could a woman want? Honesty is the best policy
I'll_Try
Canadian TV music award show (1990–2018)
Cinematography of the Year, "Innocent" Billy Talent: 2004 Best Rock Video, "Try Honesty" 2005 Best Rock Video, "River Below" 2005 Best Video, "River Below" 2007
IHeartRadio_MMVAs
Annual Canadian music award category
– Alanis Morissette, "Hands Clean"; "So Unsexy" 2004 – Gavin Brown, "Try Honesty"; "I Hate Everything About You" 2005 – Bob Rock, "Welcome to My Life";
Jack Richardson Producer of the Year Award
Jack_Richardson_Producer_of_the_Year_Award
American actor and comedian (1951–2014)
worked highly personal issues into his comedy routines, especially his honesty about drug and alcohol addiction, along with depression. According to media
Robin_Williams
American television series
(June 27, 2024). "'The Bear' Season 3 review: Show once again delivers raw honesty, utterly real Chicago feel". Chicago Sun-Times. Retrieved October 26, 2025
The_Bear_(TV_series)
American tragicomedy crime TV series (2018–2023)
episodes. It explores themes relating to psychological trauma, morality, honesty, forgiveness, the impacts of violent crime, and criticisms of the American
Barry_(TV_series)
2012 film by Stephen Chbosky
saying: As Sam, the quasi-bad girl trying to reinvent herself before college, she (Emma Watson) brings honesty and a lack of cliche to a character who
The Perks of Being a Wallflower (film)
The_Perks_of_Being_a_Wallflower_(film)
Opera by Vicente Martín y Soler
Una cosa rara, ossia Bellezza ed onestà (A Rare Thing, or Beauty and Honesty) is an opera by the composer Vicente Martín y Soler. It takes the form of
Una_cosa_rara
2004 single by Billy Talent
"Living in the Shadows" 3:17 3. "River Below" (Official Video) 3:34 4. "Try Honesty" (Official Video) 4:06 5. "EPK Bonus Footage" (Video) Total length:
River_Below
Directed by Written by Original release date Rating/share (households) 1 1 "Honesty" Ellen Chaset Falcon Bobby Crawford September 14, 1985 (1985-09-14) 23
List_of_227_episodes
2026 film by Kane Parsons
that while the movie can be overly explicit in its themes, its emotional honesty, visual creativity, and psychological depth make it "tremendously effective"
Backrooms_(film)
Australian women's magazine
point. One of the reasons I left magazines was because I was so tired of trying to get my bosses to understand that Armageddon was coming in the form of
Cleo_(magazine)
1811 novel by Jane Austen
Johnson calls them both "weak, duplicitous, and selfish," lacking the honesty and forthrightness with which Austen endows other "exemplary gentlemen"
Sense_and_Sensibility
American singer and songwriter (1941–1967)
tremolo/vibrato, the manic, electrifying stage performances and perceived honesty were particular hallmarks, along with the use of interjections (such as
Otis_Redding
Film by Richard Curtis
knowledge of his powers in About Time, resulting in a "fundamental lack of honesty in their relationship." Felperin noted British reverse snobbery would put
About_Time_(2013_film)
2025 Indian film by Milap Zaveri
and wild situations as both sides try to outplay each other, eventually learning that their marriages need honesty more than escapades. Riteish Deshmukh
Mastiii_4
American actor (born 1970)
(25 lb). Damon said he wanted to display his character's humanity and honesty on screen despite his criminal actions. An adaptation of Patricia Highsmith's
Matt_Damon
Film by Christopher Nolan
2017). "'Dunkirk' is a towering achievement, made with craft, sinew, and honesty". The Boston Globe.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service
Dunkirk_(2017_film)
Twelve-step program
of OA members responded that honesty was a very important OA practice. Researchers have noted the high level of honesty at OA meetings and pointed out
Overeaters_Anonymous
Trojan prince, second husband of Helen of Troy
Paris gave the crown to Ares without hesitation. It was this apparent honesty in judgement that prompted the gods of Olympus to have Paris arbitrate
Paris_(mythology)
by: Masakazu Nishida (Japanese); Mike Vance (English) Guild master of Honesty, one of the members of the Round Table council. Sigel (シゲル, Shigeru) Voiced
List of Log Horizon characters
List_of_Log_Horizon_characters
South African-American actress (born 1975)
modern parenthood experience with an admirably deft blend of humor and raw honesty, brought to life by an outstanding performance by Charlize Theron". She
Charlize_Theron
Organization operated for a collective benefit
their mission with respect to accountability, integrity, trustworthiness, honesty, and openness to every person who has invested time, money, and faith into
Nonprofit_organization
English girl group
O'Sullivan achieved further UK hits with "I Want You Back", "Love, Truth and Honesty", "Nathan Jones" (all 1988), "Help!" (1989), recorded with Lananeeneenoonoo
Bananarama
American country music artist
in 1997, but did not release an album until 2003's Honesty, which included the hit single "Honesty (Write Me a List)". If You're Going Through Hell, his
Rodney_Atkins
Sci-fi books and stories by Hugh Howey (2011–2015)
George's murderer, and he had been deposed and sent to cleaning through the honesty of the sheriff. Juliette is exonerated and hailed as a hero for defying
Silo_(series)
American singer and songwriter (born 1958)
featuring new remixes of songs from American Life and the unreleased "Your Honesty". Madonna signed a contract with Callaway Arts & Entertainment to write
Madonna
Former Canadian music awards
Favourite New Artist: Three Days Grace Favourite New Single: Billy Talent, "Try Honesty" Favourite New Album: Sam Roberts, We Were Born in a Flame Favourite
CASBY_Awards
1997 film by Gus Van Sant
"moment-to-moment honesty" according to Damon. Van Sant tried to accommodate actors: Damon often needed just one take, Affleck liked to try the scenes for
Good_Will_Hunting
American actress (born 1949)
self-consciously dramatic and surface showy of her career," but she "adds a level of honesty and reality that makes [her performance] one of her most moving". Streep
Meryl_Streep
that saying up front who one is or what one thinks is an indication of honesty, which is the first step towards impartiality. My beliefs, or lack thereof
List of atheists in politics and law
List_of_atheists_in_politics_and_law
Manner in which humans engage sexually
Sexual ethics, morals, and norms relate to issues including deception/honesty, legality, fidelity and consent. Some activities, known as sex crimes in
Human_sexual_activity
#5: Peer Pressure AIO Life Lessons #6: Perseverance AIO Life Lessons #7: Honesty AIO Life Lessons #8: Friendship AIO Life Lessons #9: Citizenship AIO Life
List of Adventures in Odyssey episodes
List_of_Adventures_in_Odyssey_episodes
President of the United States from 2001 to 2009
your life, he just said, here's this kind of way I'd like you to live, honesty and decency and compassion, but you be what you want to be... it took me
George_W._Bush
American spy thriller television series
Blake and Naomi voice their concerns about Martian's mental state and honesty to Ogletree. Martian blackmails Volchok staffer Kravitsky into providing
The_Agency_(2024_TV_series)
2006 American TV series or program
2006 (2006-10-02) After trying to impress the trucks with bragging and stories, a young cement mixer, Concrete Pete, ends up winning them over with honesty. Pony's cousin
Meteor and the Mighty Monster Trucks
Meteor_and_the_Mighty_Monster_Trucks
2025 studio album by Cardi B
return to form, highlighting Cardi B's lyrical delivery, rap flow, and honesty throughout the album. The album won the award for Outstanding Album at
Am_I_the_Drama?
Zoology and biology in ancient Greece and Rome
Romans would describe trustworthy people as behaving like storks. Their honesty was believed to lead the birds to be transformed into humans at the end
Animals in ancient Greece and Rome
Animals_in_ancient_Greece_and_Rome
Aesthetic assessment of physical traits
subconsciously attribute positive characteristics, such as intelligence and honesty, to physically attractive people, a psychological phenomenon called the
Physical_attractiveness
Welsh musician (born 1990)
and what he went through as he battled chronic illness. His openness and honesty about his struggles with his mental and physical health is what has drawn
Ren_Gill
2001 romantic comedy drama film by Gary Hardwick
journey of four African-American men as they take on love, sex, friendship, honesty and commitment. The film was released in March 2001 and grossed nearly
The_Brothers_(2001_film)
her disappointment to Special Agent Jack Hudson, who is impressed by her honesty and tests her skills by having her read a colleagues lips, discovering
List of Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye episodes
List_of_Sue_Thomas:_F.B.Eye_episodes
2011 film by Gavin O'Connor
and said that the film as a whole "achieves a surprising compassion and honesty." Simon Miraudo from Quickflix praised the character development of brothers
Warrior_(2011_film)
of Hogwarts, and the founder of Hufflepuff House. She favoured loyalty, honesty, and dedication. One of her relics, a small golden cup, was stolen by Voldemort
List of Harry Potter characters
List_of_Harry_Potter_characters
President of Peru from 1990 to 2000
period. One of those responsible for maintaining an image of apparent honesty and government approval was Vladimiro Montesinos, head of the National
Alberto_Fujimori
President of the United States from 1901 to 1909
the square deal by a neutral state". The rules for the Square Deal were "honesty in public affairs, an equitable sharing of privilege and responsibility
Theodore_Roosevelt
American serial killer (born 1953)
Governor George Pataki requesting that it be canceled. He wrote, "In all honesty, I believe that I deserve to be in prison for the rest of my life. I have
David_Berkowitz
Any type of cheating that occurs in relation to a formal academic exercise
base their culture of academic integrity on ICAI's 6 fundamental values (honesty, trust, respect, fairness, responsibility and courage). Academic dishonesty
Academic_dishonesty
1864 religious work by John Henry Newman
response to an attack by Charles Kingsley against Newman's honesty. Though Newman's honesty had been widely questioned for years, the Apologia was immensely
Apologia_Pro_Vita_Sua
2025 American comedy-drama film
an argument about Josh's honesty. A guilty Melanie blurts out that she and Josh had sex, leading a traumatized Mitch to try and leave, but a snowstorm
Couples_Weekend
Premier of Victoria from 2023 to 2026
support the bill, Allan stated it was "important that we object a sense of honesty into our contributions on this" and that the issue was best approached
Jacinta_Allan
Fictional character from My Little Pony
MacIntosh, and younger sister Apple Bloom. Applejack represents the Element of Honesty in the Elements of Harmony. She is characterized by her Southern accent
Applejack_(My_Little_Pony)
Queen of the United Kingdom from 1837 to 1901
both bullets missed or, as he later claimed, the guns had no shot. He was tried for high treason, found not guilty by reason of insanity, committed to an
Queen_Victoria
Christian church based in Rome
protecting the fecundity of marriage. The couple must foster trust and honesty as well as spiritual and physical intimacy. Sexual activity must always
Catholic_Church
American comedian and actor (born 1962)
a dog which opens the door to a black comedy about the complexities of honesty. It was also nominated for the Grand Jury Prize in the "Dramatic Features"
Bobcat_Goldthwait
Civil War general, U.S. president from 1869 to 1877
portrayed himself as an honorable Western hero, whose strength lies in his honesty. He candidly depicted his battles against both the Confederates and internal
Ulysses_S._Grant
TRY HONESTY
TRY HONESTY
Girl/Female
Tamil
To try, Desire
Girl/Female
Tamil
To try, Desire
Surname or Lastname
English
English : possibly a variant of Tye.Jewish (from Poland) : metonymic occupational name for a tea merchant, from central Yiddish tay ‘tea’.Chinese : variant of Zheng.
Boy/Male
Indian
To Try
Male
English
English name TREY means "three."
Girl/Female
Australian, Scandinavian
Toy
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Marathi
Try to Achieve Something; Practice; To Try
Boy/Male
Tamil
To try
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Telugu
To Try
Boy/Male
English American Irish
Abbreviation for names beginning with 'Ty-.
Boy/Male
Indian, Japanese, Sindhi
Try
Girl/Female
Indian
To try, Desire
Male
Swedish
Swedish form of Old Norse Týr, TYR means "god."
Female
Norwegian
Danish and Norwegian name GRY means "dawn."
Female
Irish
Contracted form of Irish Gaelic Toiréasa, TRÉASA means "harvester."
Girl/Female
Hindu, Indian
To Try
Boy/Male
Hindu
To try
Surname or Lastname
English
English : nickname for a light-hearted or frivolous person, from Middle English toy ‘play’, ‘sport’ (of uncertain origin), or from an occasional medieval personal name, Toye.French : metonymic occupational name for a sheath maker, from Old French toie ‘sheath’ (Latin theca).
Surname or Lastname
English (chiefly south and southwestern England)
English (chiefly south and southwestern England) : variant of Free, from the Old English byform frīg.English : nickname for a small person, from Middle English fry ‘small person’, ‘child’, ‘offspring’ (Old Norse frjó ‘seed’).Americanized spelling of German Frei, Frey.
Male
English
English surname of French origin, transferred to forename use, TROY means "from Troyes."
TRY HONESTY
TRY HONESTY
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German, Indian
Loving
Girl/Female
Tamil
Shine of glory
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian
Lord
Boy/Male
Tamil
Granthik | கà¯à®°à®‚திக
Astrologer, Narrator
Surname or Lastname
English
English : variant of Boggs.Lithuanian : respelling of Polish Bogusz or shortened form of the Lithuanian family names BoguÅ¡as, BoguÅ¡a, BoguÅ¡auskas, or BoguseviÄius, all derivatives of Bogusz.
Male
Hebrew
(חַשּ×וּב) Hebrew name CHASHSHUWB means "considerate." In the bible, this is the name of several characters, including a son of Pahath-moab.
Girl/Female
Tamil
Firm, Fortress, A buddhist Goddess
Boy/Male
Arabic, Muslim
Servant of the Compassionate
Boy/Male
Bengali, Gujarati, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Punjabi, Sikh, Tamil, Telugu
Honest; Wise; Exalted Knowledge
Boy/Male
Indian, Sanskrit
Enemy of Dhenuka; Another Name for Balarama
TRY HONESTY
TRY HONESTY
TRY HONESTY
TRY HONESTY
TRY HONESTY
superl.
Characterized by a quality somewhat severe, grave, or hard; hence, sharp; keen; shrewd; quaint; as, a dry tone or manner; dry wit.
v. t.
To dry in a kiln; as, to kiln-dry meal or grain.
v. i.
To do; to fare; as, how do you try!
v. t.
To settle; to decide; to determine; specifically, to decide by an appeal to arms; as, to try rival claims by a duel; to try conclusions.
superl.
Hence, deviating from the right direction; misdirected; out of place; as, wry words.
v. t.
To examine or investigate judicially; to examine by witnesses or other judicial evidence and the principles of law; as, to try a cause, or a criminal.
v. i.
To exert strength; to endeavor; to make an effort or an attempt; as, you must try hard if you wish to learn.
superl.
Of certain morbid conditions, in which there is entire or comparative absence of moisture; as, dry gangrene; dry catarrh.
superl.
Turned to one side; twisted; distorted; as, a wry mouth.
imp. & p. p.
of Dry-rub
a.
To make dry; to free from water, or from moisture of any kind, and by any means; to exsiccate; as, to dry the eyes; to dry one's tears; the wind dries the earth; to dry a wet cloth; to dry hay.
v. t.
To divide or separate, as one sort from another; to winnow; to sift; to pick out; -- frequently followed by out; as, to try out the wild corn from the good.
v. t.
To prove by experiment; to apply a test to, for the purpose of determining the quality; to examine; to prove; to test; as, to try weights or measures by a standard; to try a man's opinions.
v. t.
To experiment with; to test by use; as, to try a remedy for disease; to try a horse.
n.
Troy weight.
p. pr. & vb. n.
of Dry-rub
v. i.
A loud utterance; especially, the inarticulate sound produced by one of the lower animals; as, the cry of hounds; the cry of wolves.
superl.
Of animals: Not giving milk; as, the cow is dry.
v. t.
To strain; to subject to excessive tests; as, the light tries his eyes; repeated disappointments try one's patience.
n.
A state of excitement; as, to be in a fry.