as in public
freely available for use or participation by all
the public library has a free-for-all lending policy
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as in brawl
a rough and often noisy fight usually involving several people
during the play-offs, fans of the opposing teams clashed in the streets in several free-for-alls
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as in jumble
a state in which everything is out of order
it was a free-for-all when the doors to the arena opened and the crowd rushed in all at once
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Recent Examples of free-for-all
Andrae Bailey, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Jan. 2025
So, who's gonna foot the bill for this fiscal free-for-all?
—Bob Haber, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Here’s the deal: Gentle parenting isn’t the free-for-all it’s assumed to be.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 27 Dec. 2024
But while some may have been expecting a candy-laden free-for-all, the results proved somewhat surprising.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
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Noun
Platforms like TikTok cannot be allowed to operate as unchecked digital free-for-alls, where profits and foreign influence come at the expense of public health and national security.
—Andrae Bailey, Orlando Sentinel, 5 Jan. 2025
So, who's gonna foot the bill for this fiscal free-for-all?
—Bob Haber, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Here’s the deal: Gentle parenting isn’t the free-for-all it’s assumed to be.
—Alex Vance, Parents, 27 Dec. 2024
But while some may have been expecting a candy-laden free-for-all, the results proved somewhat surprising.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for free-for-all
Recent Examples of Synonyms for free-for-all
Adjective
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Pitbull has been very public about his desire to fight in the UFC, but White wasn’t as definitive in his speech about the Brazilian legend and reigning Bellator featherweight champion.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Here is a look at the foreign leaders who are coming to Washington for the 60th inauguration: China Chinese President Xi Jinping was the first foreign leader whose invitation to the inauguration became public in December.—
Adriana Gomez Licon,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Jan. 2025
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Trump's comments inspired some Jan. 6 defendants to ask judges for delays in court action, spurred some to lobby for reprieves, demoralized some police officers injured in the attack and threatened a political brawl over the potential for turning loose people convicted of seditious conspiracy.—
Bart Jansen,
USA TODAY,
17 Jan. 2025
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Guida’s epic brawl with Diego Sanchez on the Ultimate Fighter Season 9 Finale was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2019.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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Minimize noise and clutter Dr. Small says environmental triggers like loud sounds and jumbles of papers and clothing can increase sundowning symptoms.—
Cathy Habas,
SELF,
17 Jan. 2025
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Owners’ names now read like jumbles of computer code, retirement homes or rock bands: Silver Sage, Dream Homes, Blue Apple, P Fin VII, Wref II, 3xs2, Vivid, Straight Red Lines, TKJK, Jags Proper.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2024
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According to writer Andres Chavez of Empire Sports Media, the Mets are open to an Alonso reunion.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
21 Jan. 2025
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Leadership has reserved seats near the front, while rank-and-file members can sit in open seats towards the back.—
Chantelle Lee,
TIME,
20 Jan. 2025
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Eoghan O’Connell’s role in both Shrewsbury goals was high on most culpability lists, as was a distinct lack of creativity in midfield and a failure to pose any kind of threat down the left side when Ryan Barnett was causing havoc down the opposite flank.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
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Walker thinks people may now be more receptive to her message, given the devastating wildfires that have wrought havoc on Los Angeles itself the past week.—
Jocelyn Noveck,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Jan. 2025
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Matt Pryor, who is an unrestricted free agent, took over from Davis as starting right guard and might be an option to return as depth.—
Colleen Kane,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
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Free agents The Bills have 11 players eligible to become unrestricted free agents.—
John Wawrow,
Twin Cities,
28 Jan. 2025
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At stake in the clash with rival Buffalo Bills is a trip to the Super Bowl and a bid for a historic Super Bowl three-peat for the Chiefs.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
26 Jan. 2025
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Meanwhile, the Bruins are flying high after a 2-0 shutout win over the Ottawa Senators on Thursday, and with a strong defensive showing and reliable goaltending, Boston will look to carry that momentum into Saturday's clash.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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The joy of conference play is chaos, particularly in this new era of the Power 4.—
Mark Schindler,
The Athletic,
24 Jan. 2025
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Video taken by passengers shows chaos on board, with trays, food and other objects strewn across the flight’s floor.—
Pete Muntean,
CNN,
24 Jan. 2025
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