Untried for Dummies

Untried means something that has not been tested, attempted, or experienced before. It's like when you're trying a new video game for the first time or tasting a brand-new flavor of ice cream that you've never had before. It's all about doing or experiencing something for the very first time, and not knowing what to expect.

Think about a roller coaster you've never been on. It's called the "Untried Coaster." You stand in line, watching the people in front of you take their turn. They scream, laugh, and come back with huge smiles on their faces. But you haven't tried it yet. You're feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness, because you've never experienced the twists, turns, and drops of this roller coaster. It's untried for you.

In another sense, "untried" can also mean something or someone that has not been proven or shown to be true or reliable. It's like a shiny new gadget, let's say a phone, that hasn't been tested by anyone yet. Nobody knows if it will work properly or last for a long time. It's untried because nobody has tried it out and given their opinion yet.

So, when we use the word "untried," we are talking about something that hasn't been attempted or experienced before, or something or someone that hasn't been proven or tested yet.