Free and clear Meaning in English
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Definition
'Free and clear' means something is fully owned with no debts or other claims against it—often used about houses, cars, or property.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly used in legal, financial, and real estate contexts to describe full ownership ("own a house free and clear"). Not common in casual conversation. Sometimes extended to other valuable things with potential debts.
Example Sentences
After paying off the last loan, the house is now free and clear.
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The car is free and clear—I don’t owe any money on it.
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They want to buy land that is free and clear.
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Congratulations! Your mortgage is gone and your house is finally free and clear.
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He offered to sell me his old boat, free and clear, with all paperwork done.
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If you keep making payments, one day your car will be free and clear too.
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