unchecked
adjective
un·checked
ˌən-ˈchekt 
: not checked: such as
a
: not hindered, slowed, or restrained
unchecked growth
b
: not verified
unchecked data/information
Examples of unchecked in a Sentence
unchecked corruption in the state's prison system
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Left unchecked, tensions can evolve into a blame game where stakeholders point to external forces or other parties for stalled growth.
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David Chapman, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Stocks and other financial markets have been swinging for weeks with hopes that President Trump could reach such deals that would lower his tariffs, which many investors believe would cause a recession if left unchecked.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
For a cast with more single ladies than spouses, the way that comment from Porsha flew by unchecked—especially by the married cast members—says a lot.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 5 May 2025
And if left unchecked, the legal abyss can grow ever wider.
—Amanda Taub, New York Times, 3 May 2025
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David Chapman, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025
Stocks and other financial markets have been swinging for weeks with hopes that President Trump could reach such deals that would lower his tariffs, which many investors believe would cause a recession if left unchecked.
—Stan Choe, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2025
For a cast with more single ladies than spouses, the way that comment from Porsha flew by unchecked—especially by the married cast members—says a lot.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 5 May 2025
And if left unchecked, the legal abyss can grow ever wider.
—Amanda Taub, New York Times, 3 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for unchecked
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“Unchecked.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unchecked. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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