The term 'free ride' can be broken down into four crossword solutions: PASS (4 letters), LIFT (4 letters), LIST (4 letters), and FREEBIE (7 letters). PASS is a verb meaning to go past or through something, usually without stopping. LIFT is a verb meaning to raise or move something to a higher position. LIST is a noun meaning an ordered collection of items or a verb meaning to make a LIST of items. Finally, FREEBIE is a noun meaning something given away for free. Together, these words can be used to describe the term 'free ride, ' which is a slang term meaning a journey taken without paying.