shrift

to give short shrift to an opponent argument

These annoying memos will get short shrift from the boss.

the judge gave short shrift to an argument based on the right to free speech.

to give someone short shrift

to get short shrift

to have no shrift

to grant someone a full shrift

to confess without shrift

to ask for shrift

to offer shrift to someone

to receive a quick shrift

to allow no shrift for mistakes