: characterized by easy freedom in movement, progression, or style
a free-flowing essay

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Not like brushing shoulders with Lil Baby and Lil Yachty is a musical death sentence (Veeze is still tearing it up), but for a rapper who specialized in free-flowing street sermons, that slight touch of formalism and structure depletes the vibe. Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 29 July 2026 Building a free-flowing, attack-minded squad was the priority, but Keegan’s appeal stretched beyond the dressing room. James Pearce, New York Times, 22 July 2026 The breezy, free-flowing silhouette kept me comfortable—even during the East Coast heat wave—while the playful ruffle hem and alternating striped pattern added just the right amount of movement and romance to complement the seaside setting. Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026 Plus, integration with Gemini Live allows for natural, free-flowing voice conversations to brainstorm ideas or identify objects in real time using your camera. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for free-flowing

Word History

First Known Use

1837, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of free-flowing was in 1837

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“Free-flowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/free-flowing. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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