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Definition give something a try in British English

give something a try phrase

phrase
1

to do something in order to find out what happens or to find out whether something is good, suitable, effective etc

Example

Tony's planning to give skiing a try this winter.

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2

to go to a particular place hoping to find someone or something

Example

Why not give the library a try? He's usually there on Tuesdays.

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Definition give something a try in British English