free-for-all

Example Sentences

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It helps to know “a guy”—or a banker—to avoid the StubHub free-for-all.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“Is God Is” isn’t the kind of rollicking free-for-all that will have you cheering in the theater.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

"If that doesn't get given as a penalty, then it's an absolute free-for-all from now on," David Moyes said after the game.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

“It’s not a free-for-all; there are still rules in place. The extra guardrails have gotten a little looser,” Cottrill said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

I heard brave Red call out above the confusion and free-for-all on stage and the howling of the audience.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya