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Time trial

🇬🇧 UK //taɪm ˈtraɪəl// 🇺🇸 US //taɪm ˈtraɪəl//

Meaning of Time trial

A race where participants try to complete a set distance in the shortest time.

In simple words: A race against the clock to complete a task as fast as possible.

Time trial in a sentence

• The athlete won the time trial by shaving seconds off their last record.
• During the time trial, each cyclist went one by one to ensure fair competition.
• She practiced for weeks to prepare for the upcoming time trial in the championship.
• In motorsports, a time trial determines the starting position for the main event.
• The time trial format makes every second count, increasing the pressure on competitors.

How to use Time trial

Commonly used in sports to refer to events where each competitor runs separately against the clock. Not used in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun phrase

Memory hint

Imagine racing against a timer, like a speedy trial for a prize.

Related words

Collocations with Time trial

• complete a time trial
• set a time trial record
• perform a time trial

Synonyms for Time trial

• speed trial
• race against time
• individual time trial
• solo time trial

Common mistakes with Time trial

• Confused with 'trial time', which is not a standard term.
• Using 'time trial' in contexts other than races or competitions.
• Mispronouncing as 'time try-al' instead of 'time trial'.

Frequently asked questions about Time trial

What does Time trial mean?

A race against the clock to complete a task as fast as possible.

What is the definition of Time trial?

A race where participants try to complete a set distance in the shortest time.

How do you use Time trial in a sentence?

The athlete won the time trial by shaving seconds off their last record.

Can you give another example of Time trial?

During the time trial, each cyclist went one by one to ensure fair competition.

What are synonyms for Time trial?

Common alternatives include speed trial, race against time, individual time trial, solo time trial.

What words go with Time trial?

It commonly pairs with complete a time trial, set a time trial record, perform a time trial.

What are common mistakes when using Time trial?

Confused with 'trial time', which is not a standard term. Using 'time trial' in contexts other than races or competitions. Mispronouncing as 'time try-al' instead of 'time trial'.

How do you pronounce Time trial?

US: //taɪm ˈtraɪəl//, UK: //taɪm ˈtraɪəl//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Time trial?

Commonly used in sports to refer to events where each competitor runs separately against the clock. Not used in overly formal contexts.