free and clear

Definition of "free and clear"
  1. Ownership of property without any debts, liens, or other legal claims against it
How to use "free and clear" in a sentence
  1. After years of diligent payments, she finally owned her house free and clear.
  2. If a car has been completely paid off, it is owned free and clear.
  3. He paid all his debts and now owns his property free and clear.

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