free air
AmericanEtymology
Origin of free air
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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We cheer when anyone unjustly imprisoned breathes free air again.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 20, 2026
He often goes to a McDonald’s to watch TV on his phone and enjoy free air conditioning.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 13, 2023
The announcement came a day after Lee unveiled a tourism campaign aimed at attracting travelers to Hong Kong that includes 500,000 free air tickets for tourists to visit the semi-autonomous Chinese city.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 3, 2023
Once in free air, the Frenchman started setting fastest times, proving the track was ready.
From BBC ● May 29, 2022
I pray that Manman will get to taste this cold, free air before she rests her eyes tonight, wherever they are keeping her.
From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi
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