1. formal examinations of evidence in a court of law to determine guilt or innocence
Usage: legal
2. tests or experiments to assess the effectiveness or quality of something
3. difficult or painful experiences that test one’s endurance or character

Examples

• The murder trials lasted for several months.
• Clinical trials showed the drug was safe and effective.
• The new software is undergoing trials before its official release.
• She faced many trials during her difficult childhood.
• The athlete’s trials and tribulations made her stronger.
• Drug trials require careful monitoring of participants.
• The company conducted trials of their new product in three cities.