giving something a go
giving something a go is the present participle and gerund of give something a go.
Meaning of give something a go
Verb
give something a go (third-person singular simple present gives something a go, present participle giving something a go, simple past gave something a go, past participle given something a go)
- To try or attempt.
- Give it a go / You gotta take the time to know / Give it a go / You gotta let the loving show1979, Machine, “Give It A Go”, in Machine
- Synonyms:
- give something a try, give something a whirl, give something the old college try, have a go
Questions about giving something a go
- What is giving something a go the present participle and gerund of?
- Giving something a go is the present participle and gerund of give something a go.
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