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free agency

/ˈfriː ˈeɪdʒənsi/

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/ˈfriː ˈeɪdʒənsi/C1formalsport
  • ruСистема в профессиональном спорте, при которой спортсмены могут свободно вести переговоры и подписывать контракты с любой командой после истечения срока их текущего контракта, а не быть привязанными к своей первоначальной команде.

A system in professional sports where athletes are free to negotiate and sign contracts with any team after their existing contract expires, rather than being restricted to their original team.

  1. Player status in sportsB2formal

    The status of a professional athlete who is not under contract to any team and is eligible to sign with any team.

    ruСвободный агент

    • The star player entered free agency after his contract expired.
    • Several teams are competing to sign him during free agency.
    • Free agency allows athletes to choose their employer.
  2. Independent work statusB2formal

    The state of working as an independent contractor or freelancer, not bound to a single employer.

    ruСтатус независимой работы

    • She enjoys the flexibility of free agency as a consultant.
    • Many professionals are choosing free agency over traditional employment.
    • Free agency gives him the freedom to choose his projects.