freely

American  

[free-lee] / ˈfri li /

adverb

1. in a free manner.

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Etymology

Origin of freely

before 900; Middle English freliche, Old English frēolīce. See free, -ly

Example Sentences

The PM was asked if the UK was heading towards rejoining the EU single market, which enables goods, service and people to move freely between member states, with countries applying many common rules and standards.

From BBC

Congress didn’t pass the first modern immigration law until 1875, and for much of history migrants “could freely enter the United States and take up permanent residence,” the government says.

From The Wall Street Journal

Multiple countries, including U.S. allies, are reeling from the downturn in energy supply that once flowed freely through the chokepoint.

From The Wall Street Journal

Jason thought of the Elders at Sandy June’s and the love they freely gave him, about how understanding they’d been, and how they reminded him of his grandma.

From Literature

To limit the spread of the disease, the authorities have banned livestock farmers from allowing their animals to graze freely.

From Barron's

Related Words

• candidly
• openly
• voluntarily
• willingly