give rein to (someone or something)

To allow unchecked or unconstrained freedom to something or someone; to completely or freely indulge something or someone. George would make a great businessman if he didn't give rein to his emotions like that. It's a sure sign that this company is failing if they're willing to give rein to the interns like this. You have a nasty habit of giving rein to your drinking.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Hayato	hah-yah-to	Japanese
Kondwani	kon-DWAH-nee	Southern African, Chewa
Washington	WAHSH-ing-tən	English
MarlÈNe	-	French
EibhlÍN	ie-LEEN, IE-leen, EV-leen, EV-e-leen, AYV-leen	Irish
Agre	['a:gri:]