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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Like many solar events, the blue micromoon is best seen with an unobstructed view, clear skies, and away from bright lights. Connor Greene, Time, 29 May 2026 The sensors require unobstructed fields of view, which can conflict with crew hatches, external stowage, and antenna mounts already present on legacy vehicles. Aditya Jadhav, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026 Where To See Manhattanhenge The best views are from Manhattan’s broad east-west thoroughfares with unobstructed views toward New Jersey across the Hudson River. Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 Enthusiastic bathers should book the Atlas Suite for its soaking tub with unobstructed views of the Charles River and Boston skyline. Marni Elyse Katz, Architectural Digest, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unobstructed

Word History

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined above

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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 1 Jun. 2026.

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