unrestricted

adjective

un·​re·​strict·​ed ˌən-ri-ˈstrik-təd How to pronounce unrestricted (audio)
: not having limits : not subject to restriction : not restricted
unrestricted areas
an unrestricted discussion

Examples of unrestricted in a Sentence

it's an unrestricted marathon—anyone can run in it the author of the book has an unrestricted view of what qualifies as "art" an unrestricted license to operate a motor vehicle
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All In Motion Active Light High-Rise Wide-Leg Pants Made from a blend of recycled polyester and spandex, the high-rise pants are lightweight and stretchy, providing unrestricted movement needed for travel. Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 2025 Knox projected that the Patriots or any suitor would have to give up a fourth-round pick in next year's draft and a fifth-rounder in 2027 to secure Jennings, who is an unrestricted free agent at the end of the season. Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025 For years, Stern occupied rarified air, an unrestricted satellite radio show where high-profile celebrities could chat, unfiltered, for hours. Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025 Each will receive an unrestricted grant of $50,000. News Desk, Artforum, 9 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unrestricted

Word History

First Known Use

1750, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unrestricted was in 1750

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“Unrestricted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrestricted. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.

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