free rider

noun

Definition of free ridernext
as in parasite
a person who is supported by or seeks support from another without making an adequate return During their fundraising campaign, the public radio station encouraged listeners not to be free riders.

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  1. parasite
  2. dependent
  3. sponge
  4. henchman
Noun
  • The parasite cryptosporidium, known as crypto, was the most common cause of waterborne disease outbreaks associated with these recreational spaces, with 91% of cases.
    Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 4 Dec. 2024
  • This reusable steel filter straw removes bacteria, parasites, and microplastics from water.
    Joni Sweet, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
Definition of parasite
Noun
  • UnitedHealthcare provides coverage to state of Arizona employees State of Arizona employees, including agency employees, university employees, retirees and all of those groups' dependents have a choice of getting health insurance through either Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona or UnitedHealthcare.
    Stephanie Innes, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Once a group of gnarly dependents, this fanbase now has well-paying jobs and credit cards, and through these, not only an insatiable hunger for the seemingly endless content produced by gaming companies but the bankroll to finance it all.
    Gary Denham, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of dependent
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  • Bake at 180 degrees for 3 hours. 6: To assemble: After baking and letting the almond sponge cool, cut it in the specified dimension.
    Nicole Sours Larson, The Mercury News, 11 Dec. 2024
  • After Amaro recommended the sponges to her viewers, Scrub Daddy sold 30,000 units in one weekend, Krause said.
    Annie Palmer, NBC News, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of sponge
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  • There’s this brawl out scene with the henchmen of Ivan’s Russian billionaire parents.
    Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 12 Dec. 2024
  • When Sam and Alex fail to arrive in Vegas on schedule, an enraged Charles and his hulking henchmen are forced to intervene.
    Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of henchman
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