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as in options
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
he doesn't want to go to the sales conference, but he doesn't have that liberty
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as in freedoms
the state of being free from the control or power of another
the hope that the country's first-ever elections will usher in a new era of liberty and respect for the rule of law
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Recent Examples of liberties
Jahmel Raemone Kegler is being held without bond on charges of statutory rape of a child under 15 years of age and indecent liberties with a child, the Southern Pines Police Department reported in a March 5 news release.
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Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
That’s responsible governance, the kind that protects both lives and liberties in dangerous times.
—Rick Pozniak, Boston Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
The liberties of the Constitution are still on paper.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026
It’s based on a true story, with a few creative liberties.
—Amy Sheehan, Parents, 3 Mar. 2026
Number three is, of course, equality of all citizens under the law and individual liberties.
—Scott Pelley, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
Many, many Americans are looking for a champion of our liberties, please be that champion!
—David Hadley, Oc Register, 1 Mar. 2026
However, the series does take some liberties with the timeline.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026
There’s now a MAHA pill, though the seller took some liberties with the acronym.
—John Wilkerson, STAT, 26 Feb. 2026
Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 5 Mar. 2026
That’s responsible governance, the kind that protects both lives and liberties in dangerous times.
—Rick Pozniak, Boston Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
The liberties of the Constitution are still on paper.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026
It’s based on a true story, with a few creative liberties.
—Amy Sheehan, Parents, 3 Mar. 2026
Number three is, of course, equality of all citizens under the law and individual liberties.
—Scott Pelley, CBS News, 2 Mar. 2026
Many, many Americans are looking for a champion of our liberties, please be that champion!
—David Hadley, Oc Register, 1 Mar. 2026
However, the series does take some liberties with the timeline.
—Radhika Seth, Vogue, 27 Feb. 2026
There’s now a MAHA pill, though the seller took some liberties with the acronym.
—John Wilkerson, STAT, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for liberties
Noun
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Other on-site dining options include Macondo, which sits in a gathering space that feels akin to an elevated hostel lounge, which features live music over Middle Eastern cuisine.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
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Pisces February 19 – March 20 Naming your options can be heartening today.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Ayatollah ruled as a brutal dictator, killing and torturing his own people, imposing harsh restrictions on basic freedoms, and put the lives of our troops and global allies constantly at risk.—
Derek Tran,
Oc Register,
6 Mar. 2026
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Observers say his conviction reflected the decline of press and other freedoms that has changed Hong Kong, a former British colony that returned to China’s control in 1997.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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To make money talks less tense, prioritize choices that reflect your true worth.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2026
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Best known for starring as the titular character in Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Clarissa Explains It All, Hart also took part in the trend, commenting on the fashion while also posting several photos of her own unique ’90s fashion choices.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Liberties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liberties. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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