Sentence examples for taking a stab at from inspiring English sources

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"taking a stab at" is a correct and usable phrase in written English.
It is typically used figuratively to mean attempting or trying something uncertain or difficult. Here is an example: "I had never cooked Indian food before, but I decided to take a stab at making chicken curry for dinner."

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The Italians are doing it again and the Scottish are taking a stab at it too.

Independent

I think it surprised people when he started taking a stab at real, earnest storytelling".

The New York Times - Arts

Now a member of the younger generation of ballet choreographers, Justin Peck, is taking a stab at the form.

The New Yorker

But using what is available on Mr. Cain's Web site, I'm taking a stab at estimating its effects.

The New York Times

Now, after several years of offering other designers' basics, the Web site's founder, Kris Kim, is taking a stab at her own label.

The New York Times

— Jenna Wortham Sony Announces New 'Smart' Watch Digital Daily | Sony is taking a stab at building the next generation of "smart" watch, this time with near-field communications.

The New York Times

Similar(5)

A year ago, while still governor, she took a stab at rejecting $28.6 million in federal stimulus for weatherization.

The New York Times

It takes a stab at identifying it.

The New York Times - Tech

But Larry Hardesty took a stab at it.

The New Yorker

Mr. Hoyt took a stab at it.

The New York Times

He took a stab at it, though.

The New York Times

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