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free time

NOUN
downtime
Synonyms
STRONGEST
spare time
STRONG
break freedom halt interim interlude intermission letup lull pause recess repose respite rest spell stay suspension
WEAK
breathing spell time on one's hands time out time to burn time to kill
Antonyms
STRONG
continuation disturbance energy go persistence

Example Sentences

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As a travel nurse, she worked monthslong stints in hospitals nationwide—and used her free time to explore.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

In his free time, Rudisill can often be found at the local movie theater.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

He explained that he was a neurologist at USC but loved to play guitar in his free time.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Fans discovered his Letterboxd profile, where he has reviewed more than 200 films, but Whiteman also spent free time working on photography projects and taking acting lessons.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

I did not have a lot of free time to make close friends and do things with them on weekends.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez

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