Sentence examples for a go at from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a go at" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used to indicate an attempt or effort to do something.
Example: "I decided to have a go at painting, even though I had never tried it before."
Alternatives: "an attempt at" or "a shot at".

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Had a go at things.

Want a go at canyoning?

Does Heatherwick fancy a go at ship design?

Do you want a go at shooting?" "OK," I say.

It probably fancied a go at my jugular.

I'd quite like a go at Henry V. Yeah!

Then we'll give it a go at Twickenham".

He made a go at normal life.

Why not have a go at another?

I have a go at them.

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"We have had a right go at it," added Holloway.

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