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give someone his or her head



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Also, let someone have his or her head . Allow someone to proceed as he or she wishes, give someone freedom. For example, He usually gave his assistant his head when it came to scheduling appointments , or Sometimes it's wise for parents to let a teenager have his head . This expression alludes to loosening a horse's reins and letting it go where it wants to. [Second half of 1500s]

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