Definitions

free lunch

ADJECTIVE

complimentary

Synonyms

WEAK

as a perk chargeless comp costless courtesy donated free of charge gratis gratuitous honorary on the house

Antonyms

WEAK

blaming censuring critical denouncing disparaging for sale insulting reproachful unflattering

NOUN

freebie

Synonyms

STRONG

gift giveaway handout

WEAK

complimentary ticket free pass

Example Sentences

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After all, it’s called an illiquidity premium for a reason — there is no free lunch in financial markets.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 26, 2026

“There’s no free lunch, there’s no magic wand that makes all the problems go away,” said Fervo CEO Tim Latimer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

As Patti put it, "there is no free lunch" when it comes to sugar alternatives, and many metabolic pathways can ultimately lead back to liver dysfunction.

From Science Daily • Dec. 17, 2025

In the multipurpose room, where a free lunch was being prepared, Larry Fazio called out bingo numbers for early arrivals.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2025

At school, me and Kim get free lunch.

From "Ghost Boys" by Jewell Parker Rhodes

free lunch

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