Usually means: Attempt to solve or do.
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Definitions from Wiktionary (take a crack at)

▸ verb:  (idiomatic) To attempt or try.

Similar:
have a crack at, take a stab at, give something a go, have a stab, give something a try, have a go, give something a whirl, give something a shot, take a bite, take a run at, more...

Opposite:
give up, abstain, refrain, avoid

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Similar:
have a crack at, take a stab at, give something a go, have a stab, give something a try, have a go, give something a whirl, give something a shot, take a bite, take a run at, more...

Opposite:
give up, abstain, refrain, avoid



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