unencumbered
adjective
un·en·cum·bered
ˌən-in-ˈkəm-bərd 
: free of encumbrance
unencumbered property
felt unencumbered by responsibilities while on vacation
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may 06, New Atlas, 6 May 2026
All of the windows in the common areas faced south, and since there were no neighboring structures obstructing the light, sunshine streamed in unencumbered.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Such unencumbered sightings are guaranteed to bring awe to children and adults alike.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
To give it its due, large sliding doors leading to porches on both the lower and upper levels keep the sightline unencumbered.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
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Shirl Leigh
may 06, New Atlas, 6 May 2026
All of the windows in the common areas faced south, and since there were no neighboring structures obstructing the light, sunshine streamed in unencumbered.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 30 Apr. 2026
Such unencumbered sightings are guaranteed to bring awe to children and adults alike.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
To give it its due, large sliding doors leading to porches on both the lower and upper levels keep the sightline unencumbered.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Apr. 2026
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“Unencumbered.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unencumbered. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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