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as in released
to set free (as from slavery or confinement)
a global crusade to free Nelson Mandela from a South African prison had emerged
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as in opened
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
we'll free the river by breaking up the ice jam
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as in cleared
to rid the surface of (as an area) from things in the way
would you mind freeing up the work area so I can work?
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as in rid
to set (a person or thing) free of something that encumbers
a phone call would free your parents from worry
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as in saved
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
this plan should free us from debt
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Recent Examples of freed
Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
Bashar also freed political prisoners and allowed more open discourse.
—Greg Wehner, Fox News, 9 Dec. 2024
Video showed prisoners being freed from Assad’s notorious detention facilities, rebels and civilians were seen ransacking the presidential palace, with footage revealing his luxurious lifestyle and large car collection.
—Rob Picheta, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
Traditional managers, freed from the impossible task of balancing work oversight with deep people development, could focus on achieving immediate business goals.
—Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
In an earlier interview with Secrets, Greene said that even those convicted of smashing windows or pepper-spraying police have served enough time and should be freed.
—Paul Bedard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Dec. 2024
At the scene, cops found three 9mm shell casings as well as a few live rounds that had been expelled from the pistol as the suspect freed a jam.
—Ellen Moynihan, Twin Cities, 8 Dec. 2024
At a coffee shop in West Bloomfield on Thursday night, a celebration was held by Syrian Americans after Hama was freed.
—Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press, 8 Dec. 2024
He was freed in 2023 – four years after testing was approved and 28 years after he was first arrested.
—Gina Barton, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
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Once freed, the brothers celebrated while the deer ran on the slippery ice to safety.
—Taylor Ardrey, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
Bashar also freed political prisoners and allowed more open discourse.
—Greg Wehner, Fox News, 9 Dec. 2024
Video showed prisoners being freed from Assad’s notorious detention facilities, rebels and civilians were seen ransacking the presidential palace, with footage revealing his luxurious lifestyle and large car collection.
—Rob Picheta, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
Traditional managers, freed from the impossible task of balancing work oversight with deep people development, could focus on achieving immediate business goals.
—Nirit Cohen, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
In an earlier interview with Secrets, Greene said that even those convicted of smashing windows or pepper-spraying police have served enough time and should be freed.
—Paul Bedard, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 8 Dec. 2024
At the scene, cops found three 9mm shell casings as well as a few live rounds that had been expelled from the pistol as the suspect freed a jam.
—Ellen Moynihan, Twin Cities, 8 Dec. 2024
At a coffee shop in West Bloomfield on Thursday night, a celebration was held by Syrian Americans after Hama was freed.
—Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press, 8 Dec. 2024
He was freed in 2023 – four years after testing was approved and 28 years after he was first arrested.
—Gina Barton, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for freed
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The images of liberated Syrians are as moving as the images of Germans after the Berlin Wall came down.Graeme Wood, The Atlantic, 9 Dec. 2024
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More mass and individual graves, torture chambers and other evidence of atrocities were uncovered in the liberated territories in Kharkiv region.Katya Soldak, Forbes, 19 Nov. 2024
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The brand recently released their Fall/Winter 2024 collection on their website.Nadja Sayej, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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His sentencing also takes into account the time already served since his May arrest, meaning he could be released in approximately 12 months, according to his legal team.Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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With a simple, single API, the bond world is opened.Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Zara has trailed the café concept in Dubai, opened in November 2023, as well as Paris and Lisbon.Rhonda Richford, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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He was rescued from a 400-meter-deep ravine in Romania's northern Maramures region, with temperatures plunging to 14 degrees Fahrenheit.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Vladislav Duda, 28, was rescued from a mountain ravine in subzero temperatures alongside his months-old kitten Peach.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Ryan Scott Anderson says he's relieved to be moving on.Danielle Bacher, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Several subway riders testified they were terrified Neely was going to attack and they were relieved when Penny put him in a chokehold and kept him there.Gloria Pazmino, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
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These tokens can be redeemed for healthcare services, lowering out-of-pocket costs for patients.Chrissa McFarlane, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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PayPal payments must be redeemed within 30 days, while checks must be cashed within 90 days.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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The historic structure had become loosened from its foundation over time, and the work will secure it, Bradburn said.Michael E. Ruane The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 20 Oct. 2024
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That said, the world’s richest sports league has loosened some of its rules in recent years.Scott Soshnick, Sportico.com, 15 Oct. 2024
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“Freed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freed. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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