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9 WAYS TO SAY THAT SOMETHING IS FREE

COMPLIMENTARY
The best part about staying at a five-star hotel is all the complimentary services.

FREE OF CHARGE
Students may visit the art gallery free of charge on weekdays.

AT NO COST
Almost all public schools provide transportation at no cost.

FOR NOTHING
I can’t believe you gave away that sofa for nothing.

ON THE HOUSE
a bar, restaurant, or other establishment is offering something for free (usually food or drinks).
Bill is going to lose his job if he keeps giving his friends drinks on the house.

COURTESY
something (often transportation) that is provided for free to existing customers.
Some collocations with courtesy include courtesy car, courtesy shuttle, and courtesy vehicle.

PERK
(a) something extra that someone receives in addition to regular pay for doing a job, or (b) a good thing that you have or get because of your situation.
The salary isn’t great, but the perks are phenomenal.

FREEBIE
things companies give away for free, normally as a way of gaining support or attracting customers.
When I worked in purchasing, my vendors would often send me freebies in the mail.

HANDOUT
something (such as food or money) given to people in need. This term is often used disapprovingly.
His family is very proud. They won’t accept handouts from anyone.
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