Meaning of free ride | Babel Free

Definitions

1. An opportunity or benefit which has no cost, especially one enjoyed or undertaken at the expense of others.
   idiomatic
2. The practice of buying and selling shares or other securities without actually having the capital to cover the trade.
3. A hand in which a player can remain without betting further money.

Examples

“Previously, shoppers were given a free ride on charges until the end of the month. Now interest will start on the day of purchase on accounts with balances.”

“Financially, the two New York teams have not asked for the sort of free ride at taxpayer expense that has been commonplace elsewhere.”

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