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Region: General | Usage example: The board gave their blessing on the acquisition.

Give someone your blessing

Meaning

Approve another person’s plan.

Usage

Used when granting official or moral approval.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Religious blessing transferring goodwill.

Used in both secular and religious contexts.