at liberty

Idioms and Phrases

Free, not obligated; also, not occupied. For example, I am not at liberty to tell you the whole story , or “ I ... washed when there was a basin at liberty ” (Charlotte Brontë, Jane Eyre , 1847). This idiom is often used in a negative context, as in the first example. [First half of 1800s]

Example Sentences

However, the decision can be reconsidered if evidence emerges that the student poses a danger to students or faculty, and the school remains at liberty to impose alternative disciplinary measures, according to court documents.

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He said he is not at liberty to talk about his findings.

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Rancho Verde at Liberty, 7 p.m.

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Orange Vista at Liberty, 7 p.m.

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Vista del Lago at Liberty, 7 p.m.

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