at liberty
Example Sentences
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I was not at liberty to discuss anything with you over the phone.
From Literature
Although the government may detain non-citizens with final orders of removal pending their physical removal from the country, most non-citizens subject to such orders are allowed to remain at liberty until the government orders them to report for removal—through a so-called “bag-and-baggage letter.”
Jacques Moretti had been held in custody since January 9, while his wife has remained at liberty, under certain restrictions.
From Barron's
While Willis was a tantalizing prospect because of his ability to run—he had 27 rushing touchdowns across two seasons at Liberty—there were doubts about his ability to become a reliable passer at the game’s top level.
At the end of the trial in October, the judge – who could have allowed Sarkozy to remain at liberty pending his appeal – ruled instead that he should go to jail.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
