free rein

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the absence of constraints; freedom to make decisions

securing for himself an undivided authority and a free rein for his profligacy.

loose rein, as of a horse

So ceased the sea's uproar, when its grave SireLooked o'er th' expanse, and, riding on in light,Flung free rein to his winged obedient car.

Unlimited freedom to act or make decisions: gave me free rein to reorganize the department
{i} freedom of action, right of expressing oneself about any subject and in any forum, freedom of expression
the removal of constraints; "he gave free rein to his impulses"; "they gave full play to the artist's talent
free hand
gave free rein
allowed total freedom
free rein
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