unobstructed

adjective

un·​ob·​struct·​ed ˌən-əb-ˈstrək-təd How to pronounce unobstructed (audio)
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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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Start by finding a location with an unobstructed view north, preferably someone dark and well away from city lights. Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 13 Mar. 2026 Ideal for entertaining, the balcony has a fire pit and unobstructed Pacific views through a clear glass railing. Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026 The Overlook provides an unobstructed view of Orchard Green. Anne Gelhaus, Mercury News, 8 Mar. 2026 Viewers will need a clear, unobstructed view of the western horizon to see the event, which may be impacted by cloudy skies. Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Mar. 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 18 Mar. 2026.

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