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Discover LudwigThe phrase "gave a shot" is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it to refer to an attempt at something, such as trying something new or embarking on a project. For example, "John decided to give a shot at learning a new language."
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He birdied the par-three 4th but immediately gave a shot back at the next after hitting his tee shot into a bunker.
Rory McIlroy, however, gave a shot back to stub his momentum and set him back to two under.
Lapo Elkann's "happening" in his downtown Brera studio, gave a shot of energy to the entrepreneur's Italia Independent products.
The improbable win sent a shockwave through Canadian politics and gave a shot in the arm to their federal counterparts.
Sorin's debut on January 5th gave a shot of fresh blood to Milan's anaemic stockmarket and showed that Italy offers more than failed food groups and traditional fashion and footwear firms.
The shock of growth at the end of 2011, which gave a shot in the arm to economic confidence this spring, came mostly from wholesalers restocking their inventories as well.
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Hopefully I can give a shot in the arm.
She was given a shot of something, regularly, to quiet her down, and this worked.
It might be outlandish, but it's something I would like to give a shot.
"It's something I wanted to give a shot.
Upon arrival at each bar, participants are each given a shot and enjoy discounted drinks.
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