THE IDIOM COLLECTION LEARN & PRACTISE
No strings attached
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01 / UNDERSTAND
Meaning in plain English
With no conditions or obligations expected in return.
02 / SEE IT IN CONTEXT
The expression in a sentence
- She offered me the spare desk with no strings attached.
03 / CHECK YOUR UNDERSTANDING
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She offered me the spare desk with ________.
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No strings attached — With no conditions or obligations expected in return.
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With no conditions or obligations expected in return.
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When to use it
Use it about an offer, gift or help that requires nothing in return. It is conversational; be sure it accurately describes the offer.
More examples in context
- The club received a gift of books with no strings attached.
- You can borrow my camera for the weekend, no strings attached.
Usage note
Before a noun, use hyphens: “a no-strings-attached gift.” An offer with required purchases or duties does have strings attached.
A short conversation
A: Can I use your spare bike? What would you like in return?
B: Nothing. It is a loan with no strings attached.
A: Thank you. I will take care of it.
One more practice question
Which offer has no strings attached?
A. A gift that requires no payment, purchase or favour in return.
B. A gift available only if you agree to buy an expensive service.
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A. There are no conditions or obligations in return.
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Meaning and usage checked against Cambridge Dictionary. Explanations, examples and conversation are original.