free rein

noun

: unrestricted liberty of action or decision

Examples of free rein in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Teller had previously stayed in the villa, even photographing a 2019 campaign for YSL there (also with a focus on legs, albeit in sheer hosiery), and the owners enthusiastically gave them free rein as staff prepared to close for the off-season, the photographer explained. —

Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 10 June 2024 He was interviewed extensively over multiple interview sessions for the documentary and given free rein to offer his perspective. —

Rachel Desantis, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024 The entire episode was his playground–Michelle gave him free rein to spearhead it. —

Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 17 Apr. 2024 Biden’s team has quietly embraced the contrast of the former president sequestered in a courtroom while the current president has free rein to focus on economic issues that are top of mind for voters. —

Chris Megerian, Fortune, 17 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for free rein

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