as in liberated
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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
Jeremy Barber, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Once freed from the grip of hidden explosives, these fields can once again nourish communities, restoring livelihoods with dignity and purpose.
—Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Moving videos emerged of political prisoners being freed after enduring decades of torture in the regime’s notorious prisons.
—Farrah Hassen, Sun Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
His term was reduced to 22 years in 2019, but he will not be freed until 2041.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Floating in a deep, blue, otherworldly environment with their actions slowed down, the lions are suddenly freed from the limits of gravity, physics, realistic motion.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024
According to the Death Penalty Information Center, 11 innocent people have been freed from Oklahoma's death row and seven clemencies have been granted in the state.
—CBS News, 19 Dec. 2024
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
Verb
This dehumanization has not only exacerbated the crisis but also led some of us to believe we are somehow freed from the responsibility of engaging in thoughtful solutions.
—Jeremy Barber, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
Once freed from the grip of hidden explosives, these fields can once again nourish communities, restoring livelihoods with dignity and purpose.
—Daphne Ewing-Chow, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Moving videos emerged of political prisoners being freed after enduring decades of torture in the regime’s notorious prisons.
—Farrah Hassen, Sun Sentinel, 22 Dec. 2024
His term was reduced to 22 years in 2019, but he will not be freed until 2041.
—Gord Magill, Newsweek, 21 Dec. 2024
Floating in a deep, blue, otherworldly environment with their actions slowed down, the lions are suddenly freed from the limits of gravity, physics, realistic motion.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024
According to the Death Penalty Information Center, 11 innocent people have been freed from Oklahoma's death row and seven clemencies have been granted in the state.
—CBS News, 19 Dec. 2024
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for freed
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The wounds from discovering torture chambers and mass graves of Ukrainian soldiers and civilians in the liberated territories were still fresh.Katya Soldak, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
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Different versions of the nude Madonna might show a ghastly object of both fear and desire, or a liberated subject.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 12 Dec. 2024
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The victims were asked to provide bail money in cash so their relative could be released immediately, according to federal authorities.Staff report, Hartford Courant, 24 Dec. 2024
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The Dolphins still have a 12 percent chance of making the playoffs, but Calais Campbell was in the locker room Sunday explaining how he might be released to sign with a contender once the postseason elimination becomes official.Josh Kendall, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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The agency also has opened or settled hundreds of charges against Amazon.Kate Gibson, CBS News, 24 Dec. 2024
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The fourth day of the trial in the First Judicial District Court opened with defense attorney Nikas accusing the state of withholding evidence that prop distributor Seth Kenney was the source of the live ammunition.Janelle Ash, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Video showed one worker stranded on a piece of the pier floating in the water being rescued by a first responder on a jet ski.Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Both pilots ejected and were rescued, one with minor injuries, according to Central Command.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Surely, Johnson had to be relieved to be traded by the lowly Carolina Panthers to a team that is a legitimate Super Bowl contender.Ryan Morik, Fox News, 21 Dec. 2024
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Of the nearly 5 million borrowers who have had more than $180 billion in debt relieved by the administration, more than 1 million were through the PSLF.Molly Nagle, ABC News, 20 Dec. 2024
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Each day in the promotional period brings a different freebie, which can be redeemed with a minimum purchase of $10.Tabitha Parent, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Guests can join the Capella Discovery loyalty program to earn points on eligible purchases, receiving a percentage back (typically 4% to 7%) that can be redeemed for dining, room upgrades, spa treatments, or applied to your final bill upon check-out.Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
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Financial conditions have loosened.Tobias Burns, The Hill, 18 Dec. 2024
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The man eventually loosened the binding on one of the woman’s hands and left.Kevin Grasha, The Enquirer, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Freed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freed. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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