get a free hand
get a free hand
To be allowed complete freedom to do what one wants or chooses. Can you believe I got a free hand from the boss on this project? Finally, I can present a campaign with my own vision!
See also: free, get, hand
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
get, have, etc. a free ˈhand
be given permission or an opportunity to do what you want in your work, plans, etc: My boss gives me a free hand in deciding which outside contractor to use. She has a free hand in choosing her staff. OPPOSITE: tie somebody’s handsSee also: free, hand
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- get, have, etc. a free hand
- have a free hand
- a free hand
- free hand
- get a free hand with (something)
- free rein
- give (one) a free hand
- give/allow somebody/something free/full rein
- allow
- allow (one) free rein