give full rein to (one)
give full rein to (one)
To give one complete freedom to do what one wants or chooses. "Rein" refers to the reins of a horse. Can you believe the boss gave full rein to me? Finally, I can present a campaign with my own vision!
See also: full, give, rein
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
give
/lend an ear To pay close attention; listen attentively.
give
free/full rein to To release from restraints; allow to go unchecked: gave free rein to her emotions.
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- give free rein to
- give free rein to (one)
- give someone free rein
- give (one) free rein
- give (one) full rein
- allow (one) full rein
- allow
- allow (one) free rein
- give/allow somebody/something free/full rein
- free rein