To acknowledge the good qualities or efforts of a person, even if there are other things you don't like about them - She's not the nicest person in the world, but to _______________, she was incredibly hardworking.
give her her due
Used to ask someone to stop doing something or talking about something - ____________, will you? We're trying to get some sleep.
Give it a rest
To intentionally ignore someone or show no interest in them - After Sarah forgot Jessica's birthday, Jessica _________________.
gave her the cold shoulder
Someone is being treated too strictly or unfairly and should be given a chance - He's made some mistakes, but he's been working really hard, so ___________!
give him a break
To try your hardest - She vowed to_____________ during the upcoming competition, despite the challenges ahead.
give it her best
To grant permission for something to begin or proceed - The board _____________ to launch the new product line on July 1st.
gave us the go-ahead
Need for patience or a delay in resolving a situation - I know you're upset, but let's _____________ to cool down before we talk about it.
give it some time
To attempt something - We've got nothing to lose so let's ____________.
give it a go/shot
To make things difficult or unpleasant for someone - My mother _____________ about staying out late.
gave me a really hard time
To help - I was about to start the dishes when she offered to _____________.
give me a hand
Pausing to consider something before acting - I'm not sure what the best decision is, maybe I should _________ before we making any decisions.
give it some thought
To finally agree to what someone wants, after refusing for a period of time - After a heated debate, the employers _________ to the union's demands.
gave in
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