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- put (something) through its paces
put (something) through its paces
put (something) through its paces
To give something a thorough testing or examination so as to evaluate its worth, ability, or functionality. I can't wait to take this new sports car out on the open road so I can put it through its paces! Whenever you're buying a piece of equipment second hand, it's best to put it through its paces before you hand over the money for it.
Common Names:
Name | Gender | Pronounced | Usage |
Cadwgan | | kah-DO-gahn | Welsh |
Adelbert | | AH:-dəl-bərt (Dutch) | German, Dutch |
Oluchi | | - | Western African, Igbo |
Deb | | DEB | English |
Mile | | MEE-le (Croatian, Serbian) | Croatian, Serbian, Macedonian |
Jyrki | | YUYR-kee | Finnish |