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give something a shot

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

To try or attempt (something); to give something a try.

Examples

“I don’t think⟳ it will work⟳, but I suppose⟳ you could give⟳ restarting the computer a shot.”
“But the prospect of Harris at the top of the ticket was making him rethink that switch⟳. Mr. Gaines now says he is open⟳ to at least considering her. “If Kamala steps up, that would change⟳ history,” he said. “I’d give⟳ her a shot.””

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
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See also

give something a try give something a whirl give something up as a bad job give stick give suck give the axe

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