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free agency

American  
[free ay-juhn-see] / ˈfri ˈeɪ dʒən si /

noun

plural

free agencies

  1. the status of a free agent; the fact of being a free agent.

Other Word Forms

  • free-agency adjective

Example Sentences

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He added he would decide on his future before the start of free agency on 11 March, giving the Chiefs time to prepare for the 2026 season.

From BBC

The Dodgers spent $69 million on Edwin Díaz, the best closer available in free agency, and another $2 million in championship parade costs.

From Los Angeles Times

In the span of two days this week, the Mets saw two of their best players walk away in free agency, a crushing development for the team run by baseball’s wealthiest owner, Steve Cohen.

From The Wall Street Journal

First, the Vikings allowed quarterback Sam Darnold to leave in free agency.

From The Wall Street Journal

Unlike the 1960s, teams must adhere to a salary cap and players can take full advantage of free agency.

From Los Angeles Times

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