free and clear

phrase

: without owing any money
I've paid off my mortgage and now I own the property free and clear.

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When Central Cadillac sold Moore the car, the title was free and clear. — Byron Hurd, The Drive, 15 Oct. 2026 Any property sold at auction in bankruptcy court would be free and clear of liens and interests, such as claims and titles, Bright Willie said. — San Antonio Express-News, 30 Sep. 2026 There were only five that the Clippers owned free and clear with no strings, although the league could theoretically have forfeited a couple of swaps, as well. — John Hollinger, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 This will keep them accessible and on-hand, but keep your counter free and clear. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for free and clear

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“Free and clear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/free%20and%20clear. Accessed 23 Oct. 2026.

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