give sth a shot
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Definicja i Znaczenie "[give] {sth} a shot"

to give sth a shot
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robić lub testować coś nowego

to attempt to do something, particularly something that one has not tried to do before
to [give] {sth} a shot definition and meaning
give sb/sth one's best shot
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Definicja i Znaczenie "[give] {sb/sth} {one's} best shot"

to give sb/sth one's best shot
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robić coś w najlepszy możliwy sposób

to make effort to do something in the best possible way
to [give] {sb/sth} {one's} best shot definition and meaning
give sb a shot
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Definicja i Znaczenie "[give] {sb} a shot"

to give sb a shot
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możliwość zrobienia lub osiągnięcia czegoś

to provide an opportunity for someone to succeed at or achieve something
to [give] {sb} a shot definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "give someone a shot" and when to use it?

The origin of the idiom "give someone a shot" is rooted in the concept of providing someone with a chance or opportunity to prove their abilities. The phrase draws upon the imagery of administering a medical injection or "shot" as a metaphorical representation of granting someone an opportunity The expression is used to signify the act of offering someone a fair chance, often in situations where they may not have been initially considered or expected to succeed.

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I don't usually like hot tea, but it's so cold out that I gave it a shot today.
Despite his lack of experience, the manager decided to give the enthusiastic intern a shot at leading the project.
Recognizing his potential, the coach decided to give the determined athlete a shot at joining the competitive team
For what it's worth, I've heard mixed reviews about that restaurant, but I'm open to giving it a shot if you're up for it.
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