free-range

adjective

ˈfrē-ˌrānj

: allowed to range and forage with relative freedom

free-range chickens

also : of, relating to, or produced by free-range animals

free-range eggs

Examples of free-range in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The merino wool, which is sourced from free-range sheep in New Zealand, delivers ample warmth for a base layer and odor resistance and moisture-wicking capabilities. —

Kevin Brouillard, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023 The market features local farmers, seasonal produce, free-range meats, pastries, eggs, honey, maple syrup, tea, coffee, artisan breads, garden plants and more. Access Frostville via Columbia Road to Cedar Point Road or Lewis Road. —

Carol Kovach, cleveland, 21 Aug. 2023 If a helicopter parent is coupled with a free-range parent, the pair may benefit from working with a therapist or coach to create balance within the family. —

Caroline Silver, Parents, 17 Aug. 2023 Made with human-grade ingredients like free-range chicken and organic oats, this wholesome option guarantees your dog gets the best nutrients without any artificial additives or fillers. —

Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 28 July 2023 Other menu items include marinated free-range chicken, chorizo porchetta and Faroe Islands salmon. —

Endia Fontanez, The Arizona Republic, 17 July 2023 That’s 17 chickens and ducks, five goats, two horses, five mini horses, a pony, donkey, cat, dog and Seyfried’s new favorite: a free-range hen who wanders into their house at night. —

Lane Florsheim, WSJ, 10 July 2023 That means using the highest quality local milk and local cream, free-range eggs, organic sugar, and even making salt from seawater. —

Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 9 July 2023 These include attachment parenting, which starts from birth; gentle parenting, which responds to tantrums with empathy and free-range parenting, for older kids looking for more independence. —

Marisa Lascala, Good Housekeeping, 28 June 2023 See More

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