Definition
To grant an individual a sufficient amount of time to finish doing something; especially, to modify their viewpoint or attitude.
In Context
- "They'll come around. Just give them time."
- "A: I'll get there. Just give me some time. B: Take all the time you need. I'll be here when you're ready."
- "When you feed these animals their grain, you have to give them enough time to eat it before you turn them all out into the paddock."
See Also
- give someone the time
- give the time of day
- take one's time