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Give someone a break

verb

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Verb
  1. 1
    To stop harassing or demanding from someone. idiomatic, imperative

    "“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?”"

  2. 2
    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: To allow someone a rest.
  3. 3
    Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: To provide someone with an opportunity for significant advancement..

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