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The phrase "a go of" is correct and usable in written English.
It is typically used in informal contexts to refer to an attempt or trial at something.
Example: "I decided to give it a go of baking a cake for the first time."
Alternatives: "a try at" or "an attempt at".
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They certainly made a go of it.
"Can he make a go of it?
Somehow, he made a go of it.
But making a go of it in practice is tricky.
He could not make a go of it.
How are they making a go of it?
They are really keen to make a go of it".
"They had to make a go of it.
Maybe he'll try to make a go of stand-up.
You've got to make a go of it.
I'm sure he could make a go of it.
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