Traiter quelqu'un avec plus de clémence ou le critiquer moins.
To treat someone more leniently or be less critical of them.
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See how the word “être indulgent” is used in sentences
Peux-tu être indulgent avec elle cette fois-ci ? — Can you cut some slack for her this time?
Il a vraiment besoin que tu sois indulgent avec lui maintenant. — He really needs you to cut him some slack now.
J'essaie d'être indulgent pendant la période chargée. — I’m trying to cut some slack during the busy season.
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