kick at the can
The phrase "kick at the can" originates from a childhood game and is commonly used in the US and Canada to describe an attempt or opportunity.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)An effort to achieve something, often after previous attempts have failed.
Example
- After several failed projects, he decided to take another kick at the can.
B2General
(informal, idiomatic)A chance to try or do something, especially when it is one of multiple opportunities.
Example
- She was given one more kick at the can to prove her skills.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "kick at the can":
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