Giving Something a Try

to attempt to do something, particularly something that one has not tried to do before

I don't usually like hot tea, but it's so cold out that I gave it a shot today.

to attempt to do something that one has little to no experience in

A decade ago, Whitley became enamored of romance and gave writing a whirl.

to try something to find out if it is effective, possible, good, etc.

Why don't you give it a try instead of standing there and giving orders

to try one's chance at something, particularly when success is not guaranteed

I don't usually like hot tea, but it's so cold out that I had a bash today.

to make an attempt to achieve or do something

She decided to have a go at baking a cake.

to try to do something in a successful way

Beginners or non-soccer fans taking a shot at the game might feel overwhelmed by everything there is to do.

to make an attempt to do something with no guaranteed chance of success

had a stab at surfing oncebut I decided not to renew the experience!

to pursue or try to achieve something

She decided to go for a promotion by taking on more responsibilities at work.

a balloon sent up to test air currents

to try something out or experiment with it with an open mind

to try something new, often with the hope of success or improvement