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try one's luck

Verb CEFR C1

Definitions

To make a risky attempt.

Equivalents

Françaistenter sa chance
Portuguêstentar a sorte
4 more languages

Examples

“Why don't you try⟳ your luck at the blackjack tables?”
“Ki Sung-Yeung tried his luck from distance with a fierce left-foot shot but the attempt⟳ was always rising over the top.”

CEFR level

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

try one's wings try out try someone's patience try titles trye tryed

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