Makes an attempt; takes a chance (3,1,2)
I believe the answer is:
has a go
(Other definitions for has a go that I've seen before include "Attempts to stop a criminal" , "Confronts criminal" , "In modern jargon, makes an effort, gives it a shot" .)
I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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