He wants a free ride instead of doing his share of the work.
free ride
idiomAn opportunity or benefit which has no cost, especially one enjoyed or undertaken at the expense of others.
She felt frustrated that her brother expected a free ride while living in her apartment without paying rent.
The new policy aims to ensure that no corporation receives a free ride at the expense of the public interest.
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feel free
To feel able without giving offense.
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free hand
Synonym of free rein.
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free lunch
Something obtained without any payment, obligation or effort.
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full ride
A scholarship that covers all tuition, and in some cases fees or other educational and living expenses as well.
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get out of jail free card
A certain privilege or advantage that provides relief from an undesirable situation or immunity from punishment or consequences.
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go along for the ride
To accompany someone in a passive manner, or to take a relatively passive or detached role in a project or group activity.
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go free
To go or travel where one wishes; to not be kept in custody or confinement.
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Nantucket sleigh ride
An instance of the dragging of a whaleboat across the surface of a body of water by a harpooned whale.