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free ride

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free ride 
1. Lit. a ride to somewhere for which no payment is demanded. I got a free ride from a truck driver who was headed for town. I won't call a taxi when I can get a free ride.
2. Fig. an easy time; participation without contributing anything. You've had a free ride long enough. You have to do your share of the work now. No more free rides around here. Get off your duff and get a job!
See also: free, ride


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Visitors to this year's Carole Nash International Motorcycle & Scooter Show will be able to experience a free ride as part of the launch of the Get On mobile experience unit.
Byline: The Register-Guard There really is no such thing as a free lunch - or a free ride on the EmX route between Eugene and Springfield.
However, it is important to realize that along with the free ride comes a certain element of risk.
 
 
 
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