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cut somebody some slack

Idiom Communication

Meaning

to not judge someone as severely as you usually would because they are having problems at the present time

Example Sentences

"He's been under a lot of stress lately, so let's cut him some slack."

Related Expressions

keep things in perspective

to stay calm by seeing things realistically

wear the pants

to be the person who controls or makes decisions in a family

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to be declared completely healthy by a doctor

bridge the gap

to reduce differences or improve relations

build a better mousetrap

to improve an existing product or idea

take heart

to feel encouraged or more confident