try something for size
try (something) for size
To try, use, or consider something in order to make a decision or form an opinion about it. Likened to putting on a garment to see if it fits. Sometimes used as a rhetorical imperative to behold an extreme example of something. The whole point of test driving a car is to try it for size to see if you feel comfortable in it. Too hungry for a regular burger? Try this for size! It's eight patties!
See also: size, try
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
try something for size
try out or test something for suitability.See also: size, something, try
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
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