Idiom Breakdown

give someone enough rope

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Definition

To allow one to function unhindered, or without further overbearing oversight.

To allow an enemy to function unhindered in the belief that they will end up harming or discrediting themself.

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In Context

"Near-synonym: cut someone some slack"

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Also Said As

cut someone some slack

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