get an even break

get an even break

To receive an equal opportunity or fair treatment. I know I'm not the CEO's niece or daughter, but this is my dream job, and I am more than qualified for it. I just want to get an even break.
See also: break, even, get
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • give (one) an even break
  • give someone an even break
  • an even break
  • even break
  • it's not what you know but who you know
  • doors open up
  • anyway
  • get (one's) ear
  • on a silver platter
  • circumstance