variants
or freebees
as in gifts
something given to someone without expectation of a return
I got this CD as a freebie for buying a receiver
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Recent Examples of freebies
In addition to Dunkin' free coffee today, April 1, here are April Fools' food deals, freebies and discounts today.
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Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 1 Apr. 2026
This isn’t a prank — there are real freebies and food deals to grab on April Fools’ Day.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
Lunch and dinner freebies include the Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, eight-count Nuggets, eight-count Grilled Nuggets or a five-count Nuggets Kid’s Meal.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 31 Mar. 2026
Some have deals, freebies and gas rewards.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
These Indiana restaurants have freebies, special menus and discounts during the tournaments.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 19 Mar. 2026
Amenities included bagpipe music by the Northern Illinois Pipes & Drums, free face painting, food for sale by local businesses, Irish step dancers, as well as ample candy, trinkets and green beads handed out as parade-route freebies.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
The annual mathematical holiday has become an excuse for a slew of restaurants, stores and brands to offer deals, discounts or freebies on pizza, pie and other round treats.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Starbucks’ new rewards system kicked in on Tuesday, March 10, modifying the way its app users earn freebies.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026
Jordan Green, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 1 Apr. 2026
This isn’t a prank — there are real freebies and food deals to grab on April Fools’ Day.
—Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
Lunch and dinner freebies include the Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Chicken Sandwich, eight-count Nuggets, eight-count Grilled Nuggets or a five-count Nuggets Kid’s Meal.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 31 Mar. 2026
Some have deals, freebies and gas rewards.
—Roxana Popescu, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
These Indiana restaurants have freebies, special menus and discounts during the tournaments.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 19 Mar. 2026
Amenities included bagpipe music by the Northern Illinois Pipes & Drums, free face painting, food for sale by local businesses, Irish step dancers, as well as ample candy, trinkets and green beads handed out as parade-route freebies.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
The annual mathematical holiday has become an excuse for a slew of restaurants, stores and brands to offer deals, discounts or freebies on pizza, pie and other round treats.
—Laura Daniella Sepulveda, AZCentral.com, 14 Mar. 2026
Starbucks’ new rewards system kicked in on Tuesday, March 10, modifying the way its app users earn freebies.
—Fielding Buck, Oc Register, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for freebies
Noun
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Memorial gifts may be sent to the Clemson University Foundation, the Frank and Sarah Gentry Endowment, at 220 Mandarin Center Drive, Clemson, SC 29634.—
Chase Jordan
April 9,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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Other gifts included a traditional Bedouin tent and tables, cushions and carpets that Epstein later set up on his island.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
8 Apr. 2026
Noun
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While Lentsch didn’t specify how much Protect Wyoming has raised so far, the group is gathering donations.—
Natalie Krebs,
Outdoor Life,
3 Apr. 2026
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Schilling also received donations from Newark's Mexico Tortilla Factory, Oakland's Bee Green Recycling and Supply, and Urban Forest Friends, an environmental conservation group serving Newark, Fremont and Union City.—
Molly McCrea,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Venture capital meetings, accelerator demo days and even corporate board presentations often hinge on short, high-stakes interactions where impressions of the leader quickly become impressions of the venture.—
Paul Sanchez Ruiz,
The Conversation,
6 Apr. 2026
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Each of the presentations was a finalist for the conference’s hackathon competition.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Investitures are ceremonies in which a senior royal presents medals to people recognized for their significant contributions.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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The expiration of the WOTC at the end of 2025 presents a critical opportunity to reauthorize and modernize the program to better support employment outcomes for veterans and military families.—
Brooke Creek,
Boston Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
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“Freebies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/freebies. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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