Trial Balloon

B2 8+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of trial balloon

test balloon
pilot balloon
experimental balloon

Antonyms of trial balloon

definitive decision
final conclusion
settled policy

Collocations of trial balloon

public opinion
Frequency: 80 %

The trial balloon was floated to gauge public opinion on the proposed policy.

political maneuver
Frequency: 70 %

The trial balloon was seen as a political maneuver by the opposition party.

strategic move
Frequency: 60 %

The trial balloon was a strategic move to test public opinion before making a decision.

media speculation
Frequency: 50 %

The trial balloon led to a flurry of media speculation about the government's intentions.

Idiomatic Expressions for trial balloon

  • Phrase: Pop a trial balloon
    Meaning: To reveal or expose an idea that was previously suggested as a trial balloon.
    Usage: The leaked memo popped the trial balloon of a potential merger with a rival company.