Worth a shot meaning
What does the saying 'Worth a shot' mean?
Idiom: Worth a shot
Meaning:
If something is worth a shot, it is worth trying as there is some chance of success.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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