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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“Big Time” argues that regardless of how busy many people feel, most have free time they are failing to leverage.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

It’s heightened to the point where I’m paying attention more because I have a lot more free time to to pay attention.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 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

"It's a lot cheaper to get the unhealthy food then have the free time to cook and make your own food," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

Still, it’s not fun to spend all my free time watching him.

From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle

free time

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