dummy run
/ˈdʌmi rʌn/ · dum·my run
noun
- A trial or practice execution performed before the real attempt, to identify problems and ensure smooth operation. The crew scheduled a dummy run of the evacuation drill to work out any timing issues.
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Did you know? Although "dummy run" conveys the same idea as "dry run," it is far less common in published writing, with most technical manuals preferring the latter.