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as in liberates
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 opens
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 clears
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 relieves
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 saves
to set free from entanglement or difficulty
this plan should free us from debt
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Recent Examples of frees
This frees up your thinking to focus on more important and challenging tasks.
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Julius Hietala, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
This frees up mental energy for more important decisions.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
This is because more regional funding for roadways and bus operations frees up revenue in Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa to go toward light rail.
—Taylor Seely, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
This frees up cash for other investments and lowers the risk of trying out new products.
—Matt Hutchinson, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
Taking time to selectively prune perennials in fall not only helps manage pests, but also frees up time during the busy spring season.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024
This frees up your rolling suitcase for heavier items, like books or kitchenware.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
This strategic consolidation frees up resources, allowing your business to reserve alternative cutting-edge products for your most innovative departments.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
This process frees your subconscious mind from worrying about what comes next because everything is recorded.
—Carlos Hoyos, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Julius Hietala, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
This frees up mental energy for more important decisions.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
This is because more regional funding for roadways and bus operations frees up revenue in Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa to go toward light rail.
—Taylor Seely, The Arizona Republic, 3 Oct. 2024
This frees up cash for other investments and lowers the risk of trying out new products.
—Matt Hutchinson, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2024
Taking time to selectively prune perennials in fall not only helps manage pests, but also frees up time during the busy spring season.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024
This frees up your rolling suitcase for heavier items, like books or kitchenware.
—Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024
This strategic consolidation frees up resources, allowing your business to reserve alternative cutting-edge products for your most innovative departments.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
This process frees your subconscious mind from worrying about what comes next because everything is recorded.
—Carlos Hoyos, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Frees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frees. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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