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take a crack at

idiom
Meaning

To attempt or try (synonym of give something a try).


Examples
SIMPLE

I want to take a crack at fixing the sink.

CONTEXTUAL

The puzzle was difficult, but she decided to take a crack at it anyway.

COMPLEX

Although he lacked formal training in architecture, he decided to take a crack at designing the new community center himself.

Anchors to
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  1. 01

    all it's cracked up to be

    As good as claims or reputation would suggest.

  2. 02

    be taken ill

    To become ill.

  3. 03

    crack a crust

    To make a living.

  4. 04

    crack a fat

    To get an erection of the penis.

  5. 05

    crack a smile

    To smile, especially while attempting not to.

  6. 06

    crack down

    To take harsh action (against), as when enforcing a law more stringently than before.

  7. 07

    crack of dawn

    The first moment of daylight; the instant at which sunrise begins.

  8. 08

    crack through

    To penetrate

Last updated April 17, 2026