give a go

VERB

take a crack at

Synonyms

WEAK

attempt do one's best drive for give a whirl go after go all out go for have a crack have a go have a rip have a shot have a stab have a whack make a pass at make a stab make an attempt make an effort risk shoot for tackle undertake vie for

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Taylor Lawrence was a highly talented footballer, cricketer and rugby player as a youngster, but bobsleigh was "nowhere near a sport I'd ever thought I'd give a go".

From BBC • Oct. 23, 2024

He and Daubechies were both extricating themselves from other relationships at the time, and by the end of the three months they decided to give a go of life together.

From New York Times • Sep. 14, 2021

"I'm probably too far back to have a chance, but as always, I'll give a go out there, give it my all," Donald said.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 21, 2012

give a go

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