go at

British  

verb

1. to make an energetic attempt at (something)

2. to attack vehemently

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go at Idioms  

1. Attack, especially with energy; also, proceed vigorously. For example, The dog went at the postman's legs, or Tom went at the woodpile, chopping away. This idiom is sometimes put as go at it, as in When the audience had settled down, the lecturer went at it with renewed vigor. [First half of 1800s]

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Example Sentences

“I think in the back of our heads, we all know that this is our last go at this,” Bruins senior center Lauren Betts said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Recently I decided to have a go at building some apps.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

To have a go at spotting the lights, look to the north for a faint glow at first and, if you can't see the colours, try through a camera lens or on your phone.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

Plates and napkins should go at the beginning of the line.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

‘We must go at foot-pace, if you guide us; and I doubt not the way is narrow.’

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien

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