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Meaning of give something a shot | Babel Free

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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