free play

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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

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

Some are focused on free play, while others spend more time on teaching children to learn letters and numbers.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2024

Geno Smith hit DK Metcalf for about a 45-yard touchdown on what was a free play after Mafe jumped offside.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 3, 2023

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

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy