give someone a break

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..

Equivalents

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?””

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