Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: To have a crack at s/t

What does it mean?

This informal phrase basically means to try to do something that could be a little difficult.

Is it positive or negative?

Neither. It's neutral, but it does show you tried or are going to try.

When do you use it?

It's used when you say you're going to try something/have tried something/or tried something that was a little difficult.

Examples

Example 1: Have a crack at this puzzle.

Example 2: I had a crack at fixing it.

Example 3: You still haven't fixed itLet me have a crack. That's called "To have a crack at s or t".

Question for you

What would you like to have a crack at?

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