“To take a shot” is an expression frequently used as a slang expression and usually means two different things:
- Shooting: “Shooting” refers to shooting at a target or person using a gun or firearm.
- Taking an Opportunity: “Taking a shot” involves trying an opportunity or taking a risk. This expression is used to evaluate a chance to achieve or try something.
Example sentences:
- The police shot at the fleeing suspect and shot him.
- We have a chance to seize the new business opportunity, let's take a shot!
- He is not afraid to take a big risk for once in his life, he takes shots at every opportunity.