“Give it your best shot”

Definition

To try as hard as you can.

Examples

Examples

“I’m not sure I can win, but I’ll give it my best shot.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Give it your best shot" mean?
"Give it your best shot" means to try as hard as you can..
How do you use "Give it your best shot" in a sentence?
Example: "I’m not sure I can win, but I’ll give it my best shot."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Give it your best shot"?
Постараться изо всех сил. / Փորձել առավելագույն ջանքերով։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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