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Meaning of give someone a break | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

  1. To stop harassing or demanding from someone.
    idiomatic, imperative
  2. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: To allow someone a rest.
  3. Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: To provide someone with an opportunity for significant advancement..

Examples

““Oh, give me a break, sport. You want to pick my brain but you're not going ^([sic]) give me anything in return? What's up with that?””

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

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