tentative
试验
definition
adjective
a tentative conclusion
not certain or fixed; provisional.
translation of 'tentative'
noun
试验
adjective
精明,
试验的
example
It was a kind of empire built on very provisional and 'tentative' things that might happen.
There is enough data for us to draw more than 'tentative' conclusions as to their future performance.
Without the weight of the anklets she felt as though she were floating - each step was like a 'tentative' attempt at takeoff.
Given the small size of the population I have considered, my own conclusions are necessarily 'tentative' .
So when I strapped on a pair of skis two years ago, it was a rather 'tentative' individual who stepped on the snow.
Some local authorities, including Liverpool, have already taken 'tentative' steps towards a ban on smoking.
But sometimes, it would just be a little 'tentative' exploration of the idea that some of the official stories of world events might not be the full truth.
It's a whole combination of things, that's what I was trying to say, the ability to draw is just the first 'tentative' step.
Some athletes return from injuries a little 'tentative' .
The first 'tentative' steps towards allowing women to become bishops was taken by the Church of England's parliament yesterday.
It would destroy any 'tentative' revival of confidence and spending.
If these approvals are established, the 'tentative' starting date would be September 2005.
There was nothing 'tentative' about Bill's technique.
Based on this, my 'tentative' conclusion is that the ‘moral values’ vote is a red herring.
The inspector steered him towards the Ministry of Agriculture and the plan got a 'tentative' tick - with provisos.
Alice was a touch 'tentative' about what she said to Seth that night.
Through their daughters they made the first 'tentative' steps towards friendship.
With the help of hospital physio teams, Dawn has taken her first 'tentative' steps on false legs this month.
Court officials said the new dates are 'tentative' and may still change depending on how the motion to consolidate the charges is resolved.
The two organisations are already exploring 'tentative' plans to meet and discuss a joint approach to developing a national stadium.
Now, I may finally keep track of my journey with solid dates, instead of 'tentative' time periods.
If you're taking 'tentative' steps up the professional ladder, consider all the options.
Our findings provide preliminary and highly 'tentative' impressions.
My 'tentative' conclusion: The Administration should lead, without focusing too much on the polls.
While such research is illuminating, its conclusions are always 'tentative' and probabilistic.
Mape members begin voting on a 'tentative' contract agreement this week, with results expected November 20.
Both sides began in the 'tentative' fashion that was to be expected in a winner-takes-all contest.
Organizers expect the park to be skate ready for a 'tentative' kick-off date of September 30 this year.
Bebbens cleared his throat and took a 'tentative' step forward.
To arrive at some 'tentative' answers to these questions we might first consider some winners and losers.
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