Collocation
Can I try this on?
To ask permission to wear an item of clothing or an accessory to see if it fits or suits you before purchasing it.
Definition
'Can I try this on?' is a common English collocation. To ask permission to wear an item of clothing or an accessory to see if it fits or suits you before purchasing it.
try + something + on
“Excuse me, can I try this on before I buy it?”
Examples
- She needs to try on the dress before the party.
- I want to try on these shoes to see if they fit.
- He tried on several jackets but didn't buy any.
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- Will you try on the new hat for me?
- Could you please try on this coat? It looks like your size.
- The customer asked if she could try on the necklace.
- Before making a final decision, she decided to try on all the available options.
- They were told to try on their uniforms quickly for the inspection.
- Having tried on countless pairs, he finally found the perfect jeans.
- I will try on the green shirt next, as the blue one was too tight.
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