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Anderson towered over his friend, using his free hand to push down on the desk chair.
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Ashley Luthern, Journal Sentinel, 2 May 2024
In one sweet photo, Brittany carries Sterling in her arm and holds Bronze’s hand with her free hand.
—Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
However, while the auditor has a relatively free hand to examine state agencies, Missouri law restricts the ability of the auditor to initiate audits of municipalities.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2023
The pair smiled as David held a bottle of champagne to celebrate in his free hand.
—Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 2 Mar. 2024
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Ashley Luthern, Journal Sentinel, 2 May 2024
In one sweet photo, Brittany carries Sterling in her arm and holds Bronze’s hand with her free hand.
—Charna Flam, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
However, while the auditor has a relatively free hand to examine state agencies, Missouri law restricts the ability of the auditor to initiate audits of municipalities.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2023
The pair smiled as David held a bottle of champagne to celebrate in his free hand.
—Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 2 Mar. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for free hand
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In June the Biden administration implemented an executive order restricting asylum and imposed stricter consequences for those who cross without authorization.Kristen Taketa, The Mercury News, 11 Nov. 2024
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The company maintains a share repurchase program with approximately $2,297 million in Board authorization remaining as of October 31, 2024.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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The possibility of displays of the aurora borealis at more southerly latitudes than is typical comes in the wake of a spike in solar activity, which is currently at a 23-year high.Jamie Carter, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Those of us at 47° latitude won't see another post-5pm sunset until January.Christine Clarridge, Axios, 30 Oct. 2024
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Bizarre cultural norms The Democratic Party at its best stands for fairness and freedom.Bret Stephens, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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The bottom line: Trump's most dangerous weapon against the media is his words, which press freedom advocates have warned do have a significant chilling effect both at home and abroad.Sara Fischer, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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Two potential newcomers to the Wyoming State Legislature, Democrat Jen Solis and Republican Gary Brown, will wrestle for control of the district that Spans North-Central Cheyenne.Cy Neff, USA TODAY, 5 Nov. 2024
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The 8th District north of Denver and 3rd District on the Western Slope are national battlegrounds that will help determine which party gains control of Congress.John Frank, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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The Bento is available in one drivetrain version only – which has a top speed of 80 km/h, meaning that folks who want to get in the driving seat will need a full license.Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 5 Nov. 2024
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New York state laws mandate a license for those wanting to own a wild animal.Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Free hand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/free%20hand. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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