Related Clues:

• Have a sample of
• Do your darnedest
• Take a stab
• The old college __
• Tested out
• ''Old college'' thing
• Took a bite of
• Gave one's best shot
• Give (it) a whirl
• Test, as patience
• True companion
• 'Go for it!'
• Have a go at it
• Stab or shot
• Brought before the bench