Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
take a swing at
Idiomatic Expression
/teɪk ə swɪŋ æt/
Definition
To attempt to do something, often in a rough or forceful manner, or to try to strike at someone or something.
Examples
- During the meeting, she decided to take a swing at proposing her new idea to the team.
- He took a swing at the piñata, hoping to break it open for the candy inside.
Meaning
The phrase ‘take a swing at’ is often used to describe making an effort to achieve a goal or to take a shot at hitting someone or something, both in a literal or figurative sense.
Synonyms
- attempt
- try
- make an effort
- take a shot at
