footloose and fancy-free

Meaning: Able to go anywhere and do anything that one wants; carefree.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Category: Daily Life

Origin: The expression literally means one's foot is not tied down and one can freely follow one's impulses (fancy).

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