free as a bird
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I needed to be free as a bird and also to do other things.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
"I've got nothing to hide anymore. I'm free as a bird," says Shine, a goal-scoring hero for Glasgow City in two Scottish finals and key European games.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2022
“I’m free, I’m free as a bird now,” he said.
From New York Times ● Jun. 24, 2022
Everyone can access Peacock, judging by its proud claim that "It's free as a bird," but there are caveats of course.
From Salon ● Jul. 15, 2020
One judge's name was Mr. Dove, which I thought was a good omen, because I kept thinking that I would soon be free as a bird.
From "Hole in My Life" by Jack Gantos
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