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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

"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

"So when I met Ameila, I thought maybe I'll give it a try."

From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026

The trip dispatches and countless photos and videos I sent my family—none a train enthusiast—inspired one of them to give it a try.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025

I’d never been in a couple before, and especially after watching Ruth and Tommy for a while, I was quite curious to give it a try for myself.

From "Never Let Me Go" by Kazuo Ishiguro

give it a try

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