first attempt; preliminary exam
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesverb
to try for the first time; to make an initial attempt
Describes trying something out for the very first time, often to see if it works or to gain experience.
She tried making a cake for the first time today, and the result was not bad.
This new medicine is not yet officially on the market; it is still in the initial testing phase.
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The athlete tried out the new equipment for the first time before the competition.
noun
preliminary exam; first round of an exam
Specifically refers to the first round of a two-part exam, with the second round being the '复试' (fù shì). Common in university entrance exams or job recruitment processes.
The graduate school entrance exam is divided into a preliminary exam and a re-examination.
His preliminary exam score was very high, so he smoothly advanced to the re-examination.
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The preliminary exam for this year's civil service exam will be held next month.