free play

Example Sentences

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Instead, the black shiny faceless Phantom robot is engaged in "free play", manipulating a bunch of coloured kids blocks.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“Bravo,” cheers a physical therapist as she stands next to preschooler named Baruc who sits in a wheelchair during outdoor free play.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 14, 2025

Worst of all, not understanding these costs could make you believe that they don’t exist and that you’re getting a free play on the stock market’s slot machine.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025

Rams with free play but Stafford and Kupp can't connect on what would have been an easy TD.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 19, 2023

The door of the bus was opened just enough to give the rope free play.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy