unbridled
adjective
un·bri·dled
ˌən-ˈbrī-dᵊld 
1
formal + literary
: unrestrained
unbridled enthusiasm
live in an area of unbridled development
2
formal + literary
: not confined by a bridle
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The crowd was swept with unbridled enthusiasm.
a case that was solved only because of one detective's unbridled determination to bring the killer to justice
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Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
The impassioned celebration was quickly clipped and shared across social media, with thousands enjoying what initially looked like a release of unbridled, unrehearsed joy.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 9 Feb. 2026
The former pro has been a welcome addition to head coach Raymond Davis’ staff, who said his unbridled enthusiasm for coaching has made a huge impact on his team.
—Sam Warren, Houston Chronicle, 4 Feb. 2026
Observing human behavior confirms that for some among us, the perfidious lust for unbridled power and the imposition of cruelty in its quest know no bounds and are bereft of human decency.
—A.o. Scott, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
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“Unbridled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unbridled. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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unbridled
adjective
un·bri·dled
ˌən-ˈbrīd-ᵊld
: unrestrained, ungoverned
unbridled enthusiasm
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