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free spirit

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noun

  1. a person with a highly individual or unique attitude, lifestyle, or imagination; nonconformist.


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A lesbian free spirit living in Paris since 1922, she had grown up in Indianapolis and written an arts column for the Indianapolis Star.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 19, 2026

In many ways, Kruglov was a free spirit himself.

From Salon • Oct. 27, 2025

Embracing the free spirit of an island lifestyle, the line pays homage to Paula’s Boutique, a staple designer in Ibiza fashion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 1, 2025

"I'd say I'm a bit of a free spirit so I don't need restrictions or being told what to do," Raducanu, ranked 60th in the world, said.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2025

She's a free spirit and the complete opposite of my mom.

From "The Sky at Our Feet" by Nadia Hashimi