unobstructed

adjective

Synonyms of unobstructednext
: clear or free from obstructions or obstacles : not obstructed
an unobstructed view of the river

Examples of unobstructed in a Sentence

only one road remained unobstructed after the storm
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Stargazers in these areas should find a location with an unobstructed view toward the eastern horizon. Saleen Martin, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026 People should choose an unobstructed location under the darkest possible skies, away from city lights and other forms of light pollution. Denise Chow, NBC news, 11 Aug. 2026 Buyers pay steep premiums for properties with unobstructed sight lines. Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026 Make sure vents are unobstructed, check that the condensate drain is draining properly, and keep the area around the indoor unit clean and dry. Bianca Lambert, Southern Living, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for unobstructed

Word History

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unobstructed was in 1648

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“Unobstructed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unobstructed. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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