to give something a shot
01
to attempt to do something, particularly something that one has not tried to do before
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Idiom
例
I do n't usually like hot tea, but it's so cold out that I gave it a shot today.
I literally would never have considered giving writing a shot without your example and encouragement.
to give somebody or something one's best shot
01
to make effort to do something in the best possible way
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Idiom例
Give me your best shot, hold nothing back.
He ultimately failed, but I got ta say that he gave me his best shot.
to give somebody a shot
01
to provide an opportunity for someone to succeed at or achieve something
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Idiom例
Despite his lack of experience, the manager decided to give the enthusiastic intern a shot at leading the project.
The talent show organizers agreed to give the aspiring singer a shot to showcase her skills on stage.
