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cut someone some slack

Idiom Conflict

Meaning

to be less critical or give someone a break

Example Sentences

"You should cut him some slack—he’s having a tough day."

Related Expressions

a peace of mind

a state of mental and emotional calmness

lay into

to criticize someone harshly

miss out on

to fail to experience something enjoyable

find common ground

to find shared interests or agreement

take a shot in the dark

to try something without knowing the result

black hat

a hacker with malicious intent