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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Oman has benefited from the fact that its energy exports are not dependent on the Strait of Hormuz; its ports at Duqm, Mina Al Fahal, and Salalah all have unobstructed access to the Arabian Sea. — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026 The current tower stands 130 feet tall just south of Terminal B, while county officials said in 2023 that the replacement was planned for an unobstructed site on the airport’s north side near Fire Station 98, which opened in 2022. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 30 Sep. 2026 To take in the city from up above, travelers can head to the elevated terrace, which boasts unobstructed views of the Empire State Building and beyond. — Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2026 For the best sighting, find a spot with a clear, unobstructed view of the eastern horizon. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 24 Sep. 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 7 Oct. 2026.

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