[Slang] GIVE ME A BREAK. - Effective Ways to Manage Stress and Find Relief

A plea for relief or a pause.

'Give me a break' is a plea used when someone needs relief or a pause from a situation. It expresses a need for a temporary respite from stress or activity. This phrase is often used to appeal for understanding or patience, highlighting the importance of breaks in maintaining mental and physical well-being.

Example Sentences

1. Oh, give me a break, I just cleaned there!

   Oh, come on, I just cleaned that area!

2. Can you give me a break? I've been working all day.

   Can you let up a bit? I've been working all day.

3. She said to her noisy kids, "Give me a break, I'm trying to work here!"

   She told her noisy kids to give her some peace while she worked.