home free

Idioms  

1. In a secure or comfortable position, especially because of being certain to succeed. For example, Once I meet the schedule I'll be home free, or I think we have enough support for this measure—we're home free. This expression probably alludes to safely reaching baseball's home plate, meaning one has scored a run. [Mid-1900s]

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home free

But the global economy isn’t home free just yet.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 19, 2026

I’ve owned my home free and clear since 2008.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 9, 2025

In a statement, Clanmil Housing Association said "everyone should be allowed to live in peace and feel safe in their home, free from intimidation or threat".

From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2025

It’s always best to establish a positive relationship and when the actor trusts you, you’re home free.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 26, 2023

But just when I think I’m home free, a frowning, bald guy slips into the elevator with me.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston

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