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give sb a shot
/ɡˈɪv ˌɛsbˈiː ɐ ʃˈɒt/
/ɡˈɪv ˌɛsbˈiː ɐ ʃˈɑːt/
to give sb a shot
[PHRASE]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. It suggests that just as a shot can potentially improve someone's health or well-being, giving someone a shot in a figurative sense can enhance their prospects or success. Over time, the phrase has evolved 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.
Examples
1. and then I gave it a shot
2. But it works for plenty of other people and it does have generally good ratings, so I would give it a shot.
3. The company reached out to me and so I thought I'd give it a shot.
4. Well, I would tell him that if he actually gives it a shot and you know, waits it out, he's gonna get a little bit of profit from it.
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