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idiomgive sb/sth (a) free rein(also allow sb/sth (a) free rein)1 to give someone the freedom to do what they want, especially to allow someone who works for you to decide how they will do their job:I had a feeling that if I gave Ronnie a free rein he'd reach his full potential.The hotel has a brilliant young chef who is given free rein with the menu.In the matter of new development, I don't think local councils should be allowed a completely free rein to interpret the national policy as they wish.2 (also give free rein to sth) to let your feelings or ideas be fully expressed, without trying to control or limit them:The Hindu love of philosophic thought was given free rein in a body of writings produced between 800 and 600 BC.I use this exercise to help students become less self-conscious and give free rein to their imagination.As he drove home, he was able to allow his thoughts free rein for the first time that day.
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