get a free ride
To get some benefit, advantage, or special treatment without earning it or paying for it. Even though his grades were poor, Gary thought he should get a free ride to college because he was a football star. You're getting a free ride living with your parents. You don't even have to pay rent!
take a free ride
To take some benefit, advantage, or special treatment without earning it or paying for it. Even though his grades were poor, Gary thought he could take a free ride to college because he was a football star. You're taking a free ride living with your parents. You don't even have to pay rent!