give (someone) a second chance

To allow someone another opportunity to do something or to prove his or her ability or worth. I know I really messed up that last account, but please, give me a second chance! Although she was furious at John for his infidelity, she decided to give him a second chance. My professor gave me a second chance to complete my exams after she found out I'd been struggling with depression.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Adelardo	-	Spanish, Italian (Archaic)
Dimitris	-	Greek
Aldrin	['ɔ:ldrin]
Hadia	-	Arabic
ThÉOphile	te-o-FEEL	French
Siv	SEEV	Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Norse Mythology