give it a go

VERB

attempt

Synonyms

STRONGEST

pursue seek solicit tackle undertake

STRONG

aim attack endeavor essay experiment push strive venture

WEAK

do level best exert oneself give a fling give a whirl give best shot give it a try give old college try go the limit have a crack have a go at make a run at shoot the works take a stab at take best shot take on try one's hand at

Antonyms

STRONGEST

forget neglect

STRONG

be idle

WEAK

be lazy

Example Sentences

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give it a go

"Drag will be less important in Madrid. There is a much higher density of corners. We will definitely give it a go."

From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026

We encourage everyone to focus on these benefits, and give it a go.

From Science Daily ● May 22, 2026

"I'd like to give it a go to see what tasks it can actually help me accomplish," she told AFP.

From Barron's ● Mar. 13, 2026

"We need more on-call firefighters and I'd encourage anyone who's interested to give it a go."

From BBC ● Feb. 25, 2026

“Well, can we give it a go anyway?”

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak