Meaning of the word "have a go" in English

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have a go

US /hæv ə ɡoʊ/
UK /hæv ə ɡoʊ/
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Idiom

1.

to try to do something

Example:
I'm not sure if I can fix it, but I'll have a go.
Why don't you have a go at painting?
2.

to criticize or attack someone

Example:
The politician always has a go at his opponents during debates.
Don't have a go at me, it wasn't my fault!
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