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shoot one's shot

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

  1. To strive for success.
    colloquial
  2. To take an opportunity try to win over a prospective romantic partner, especially when the chances of succeeding are slim; to take a chance.
    colloquial

CEFR level

C1
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This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

shoot one's wad shoot oneself in the foot shoot out shoot someone straight shoot the boots shoot the breeze

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