give it a try

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 go 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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The findings, he said, would help determine the best injection angles for reaching magnitude 1 at the BedrettoLab when researchers next give it a try in June.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

Here’s how—and why—you should give it a try.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

"Anything we can throw against the wall and see what sticks, we're willing to give it a try," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

"For most people, it's likely just the price of a cup of coffee... which is why people will probably be keen to give it a try," she told AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

She decided to go downstairs and give it a try.

From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies

give it a try

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