What does "Give someone a break" mean?

expression of disbelief or annoyance

Synonym: ease up on her Opposite: nag her

"Give someone a break" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Oh, give me a break.

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S8E6

Come on, Susan. Give me a break.

Desperate Housewives S1E7

Just give me a break.

Euphoria S1E9

Come on. Give the kid a break, huh?

Family Guy S1E2

GIVE HER A BREAK.

Grey's Anatomy S2E2

Give me a break.

Modern Family S1E5

give Elliot a break.

Scrubs S1E2

Oh, give me a break!

Stranger Things S1E6

"Give someone a break" in TV shows & movies

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