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English idiom

have a go

Register · Informal CEFR B1
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Figurative meaning

to make an attempt at doing something

Why this phrase?

Here 'a go' is a turn or attempt, so having one means trying the activity yourself.

Example

“It looks hard, but I'll have a go.”

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