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Discover a new phrase each day to use in your English! These are special phrases and sayings that English speakers use all the time, but you don't often see these phrases in English course books or other study material. Visit daily to learn some popular English phrases on a regular basis.

26 February 2026

Try me

We use this expression to invite someone to ask us something or ask us to do something with them.

Written: No

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

I wanted to ask you a favour, but I think you'll say no.

Try me. I'm feeling generous.

Example 2

You haven't read the book, so I don't think you can answer this question.

Try me - you might be surprised.

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