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free-for-all

How to use free-for-all in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for free-for-all.

Editorial note

Organic chem is like a giant free-for-all where everyone tries to beat the curve.

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Quick take

a noisy fight in a crowd

Meaning at a glance

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noun

a noisy fight in a crowd

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for free-for-all.

noun

a noisy fight in a crowd

Example sentences

1

Organic chem is like a giant free-for-all where everyone tries to beat the curve.

2

There is no free-for-all, no direct access, no indirect access, no back door, no drop box.

3

Most competitive corps live in nullsec, which is free-for-all territory.

4

I agree that the rise of the share economy is unstoppable, but I don't at all agree that this will or should be a free-for-all with no regulation.

5

Instead of a reckless free-for-all of foul-mouthed teenagers, you end up with thoughtful, relevant, and moderated communities.

6

A lot of people who are rabidly fighting against the Internet being a free-for-all are significantly damaged and assume the rest of the world is damaged in the same way so need to be protected.

7

One problem I have with "X accomplished person passed away" on the internet is that a free-for-all seems to start, wherein everyone feels qualified to judge that person's accomplishments from behind a monitor.

Frequently asked questions

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How do you use free-for-all in a sentence?

Organic chem is like a giant free-for-all where everyone tries to beat the curve.

What does free-for-all mean?

a noisy fight in a crowd

What part of speech is free-for-all?

free-for-all is commonly used as noun.