Free-reign Definition

noun
Common misconstruction of free rein.
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Origin of Free-reign

  • Corruption (eggcorn) of free rein (literally “to relax reins (on a horse)”), replacing rein with reign (“to rule”).

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Free-reign Sentence Examples

  • Here the user has free access to the entire toolbox and free reign as to what to do.

  • Two glass houses had been constructed in the park, and the designers were given free reign to do what they would with the space.

  • The state may give you free reign to decide the best course of study for your child or they may set some required classes.

  • You could also give your youth group free reign to design the set and costumes as they see fit.

  • Before allowing your child free reign on the internet, you should find out what websites she/he plans to visit.

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Words Starting With

FFRFRE

Words Ending With

NGNIGN

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Words Starting With F and Ending With N

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10 Letter Words10 Letter Words Starting With F10 Letter Words Ending With N
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