Give me a break

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The internet slang termGive me a break” is an expression used to convey frustration, exasperation, or disbelief towards a situation or someones actions. It implies a desire for a pause or relief from a certain annoyance. Typically, it suggests that the person needs some time to calm down or that the situation is too overwhelming to handle at the moment.

Examples:

1. After studying for hours, my friend realized that she had misplaced her notes right before the exam. She exclaimed, “Give me a break! How am I supposed to remember everything now?”
2. A person shares a story claiming they can speak five languages fluently, play six musical instruments, and have won several Olympic medals. Others may sarcastically respond, “Give me a break! It sounds like they’re exaggerating just to show off.”

Synonyms:
pause, relax, take a breather
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