free agent
The term "free agent" is widely used in sports, business, and philosophy to describe individuals who operate independently, free from long-term commitments or constraints.
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Definition
B2Sports
(common, technical)An athlete who is not under contract with any team and is eligible to sign with any team.
Example
- After his contract expired, he became a free agent and began negotiating with several teams.
B2Business
(common)A professional who works independently, offering their services to various organizations on a project basis.
Example
- As a free agent, she takes on freelance projects for multiple companies.
C1Philosophy
(academic)An individual capable of making choices independently, without being influenced by external constraints.
Example
- In existentialist philosophy, a free agent is seen as someone who shapes their own destiny.
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