free and clear
idiom
: without owing any money
I've paid off my mortgage and now I own the property free and clear.
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According to a new analysis by Realtor.com, markets with a greater usage of mortgages stand to gain the most from lower borrowing costs, while those which already have a high share of homeowners who own their homes free and clear might see less of an impact.
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Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Sep. 2025
Jack Maintained a Focus on Legacy When Jack’s health began to fail, the always-single Daniel gave everything free and clear to his nephews Lem Motlow and Dick Daniel.
—Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
After more than a week of exchanges between lawyers, the judge signed the deal on Thursday
Under the revised deal, Argentum is acquiring most of the airline’s assets free and clear.
—David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 21 June 2025
What to Store on the Back Of Your Toilet Instead
A better idea is probably to just add a vase of fresh flowers elsewhere in the bathroom, and leave your toilet tank lid free and clear of any unique arrangements.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2025
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Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Sep. 2025
Jack Maintained a Focus on Legacy When Jack’s health began to fail, the always-single Daniel gave everything free and clear to his nephews Lem Motlow and Dick Daniel.
—Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
After more than a week of exchanges between lawyers, the judge signed the deal on Thursday
Under the revised deal, Argentum is acquiring most of the airline’s assets free and clear.
—David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 21 June 2025
What to Store on the Back Of Your Toilet Instead
A better idea is probably to just add a vase of fresh flowers elsewhere in the bathroom, and leave your toilet tank lid free and clear of any unique arrangements.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2025
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“Free and clear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/free%20and%20clear. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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