freely  /f ˈri li/ ? Meaning of "freely"

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Definition(s):

  • (adv) in a free manner

Usage(s):

  1. Some of the words, and the proportion of each group that used them freely: Coffin: freshmen 89%, seniors 96%, faculty 90%, men 89%, women 90%.
  2. We have sat together for hours debating ideasfreely, openly, even combatively at times.
  3. Officially, China's media report the news freely.

Quotes

  1. Frank called the exchange "a tribute to the First Amendment that this kind of vile, contemptible nonsense is so freely propagated."
    on Aug 19, 2009 By: Barney Frank Source: United Press International

  2. "This will address one of the central problems plaguing our financial system -- banks have been unable to borrow money and that has constricted their ability to lend to consumer and businesses," Bush said. "When money flows freely between...
    on Oct 13, 2008 By: President Bush Source: CNN International

  3. Vanhanen told reporters Wednesday the government will reconsider if "people should get access to handguns so freely."
    on Sep 24, 2008 By: Matti Vanhanen Source: USA Today

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