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free hand

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of free hand

the right to act or move freely

  • gave him free hand in managing the club
Synonyms of free hand

authorization, freedom, latitude, license (or licence), run
Words Related to free hand

authority, clutch, command, control, dominion, grip, hold, mandate, mastery, power, sway

range, room, space

blank check, carte blanche

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