give it (one's) best shot

give it (one's) best shot

To put forth one's best effort in an attempt to do or accomplish something. Henry gave it his best shot, but the board still denied his proposal.
See also: give, shot
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

give it one's best shot

Make one's hardest or most enthusiastic attempt, as in I don't know if I can do it, but I'll give it my best shot. This expression employs shot in the sense of "attempt," a usage dating from the mid-1700s.
See also: give, shot
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

give it your best shot

try as hard as you can to do something. informal
See also: give, shot
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

give it your best ˈshot

try as hard as you can to do or achieve something: I probably won’t win the game, but I’ll give it my best shot.
See also: give, shot
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • give it one's best shot
  • best do
  • (had) best (do something)
  • an all-out effort
  • put one's best foot forward, to
  • as best (one) can
  • as best one can
  • as best you can
  • bring out the best in
  • bring out the best in somebody