Might mean (unverified): Give minimal concession or information.
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  1. throw someone a bone: Merriam-Webster
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verb:  Alternative form of throw a bone to [(idiomatic) To provide support or assistance to, especially in one particular way or to a limited extent; to make a concession to.]

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