1
as in voluntarily
of one's own free will
I will freely give my life for my country
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2
as in easily
without difficulty
the horse broke the halter rope quite freely
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Recent Examples of freely
Sheehan also argued, just like Trump does today, that Canadians would benefit because trade would flow more freely — and profitably — over the former international border once Canada joined the Union.
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Arthur Milnes, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2025
The industry’s performers of color can now fight for the same respect granted to their white peers, and do so more freely, on their own terms—without having to hide.
—Mayukh Sen, The Atlantic, 1 Mar. 2025
While comparisons to Burgundy flow freely among wine experts, Schlumberger does not want to compete with that region, the Loire Valley, or anywhere else in the world that Pinot Noir is grown.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
When the documentary begins, the network still operates freely in Russia but is subject to draconian guidelines, one requiring that a message be broadcast before each program stating that everything is lies spread by foreign agents.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Feb. 2025
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Arthur Milnes, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2025
The industry’s performers of color can now fight for the same respect granted to their white peers, and do so more freely, on their own terms—without having to hide.
—Mayukh Sen, The Atlantic, 1 Mar. 2025
While comparisons to Burgundy flow freely among wine experts, Schlumberger does not want to compete with that region, the Loire Valley, or anywhere else in the world that Pinot Noir is grown.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
When the documentary begins, the network still operates freely in Russia but is subject to draconian guidelines, one requiring that a message be broadcast before each program stating that everything is lies spread by foreign agents.
—Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for freely
Adverb
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Marlowe is intent on criminal justice, and on how easily it is rusted and bent, but social justice, by and large, leaves him unperturbed.—
Anthony Lane,
The New Yorker,
3 Mar. 2025
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However, Jupiter will shine brightly in the moonlight, with Mars easily visible in the south.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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The platform is made so a user can find its way around and accomplish things very easy.—
StockStory Team,
CNBC,
22 Feb. 2025
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The crevice tool makes precise cleaning easy with its narrow head that’s ideal for baseboards, between cushions, and in the tight spaces of your car.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
Adverb
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To keep them tidy, incorporate a metal mug tree for efficiently stowing coffee cups.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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These professionals have served as the bridge between senior leadership and frontline employees, ensuring that corporate strategies are executed efficiently.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
2 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Ensure that fire suppression equipment is readily available.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2025
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Ensure fire suppression equipment is readily available.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Freely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freely. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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