strings attached
Noun
Meaning
strings attached
plural of string attached
strings attached pl (plural only)
(idiomatic) Unstated or downplayed catches, limitations, caveats, restrictions, or requirements.
They were advertising free television sets, but there were a lot of strings attached.
Examples
True generosity is an offering; given freely and out of pure love. No strings attached. No expectations. Time and love are the most valuable possession you can share.
My art side is free and there are no strings attached.
Caregiving has no second agendas or hidden motives. The care is given from love for the joy of giving without expectation, no strings attached.
I myself feel that it is very important that my ISP supplies internet to my house like the water company supplies water to my house. It supplies connectivity with no strings attached.
I still feel like the 10-year-old dancing in front of her mirror, mostly to 'No Strings Attached.'