unrestricted
adjective
un·re·strict·ed
ˌən-ri-ˈstrik-təd 
: not having limits : not subject to restriction : not restricted
unrestricted areas
an unrestricted discussion
Examples of unrestricted in a Sentence
it's an unrestricted marathon—anyone can run in it
the author of the book has an unrestricted view of what qualifies as "art"
an unrestricted license to operate a motor vehicle
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Make sure to leave enough clearance around the table to allow for unrestricted movement and use it as an opportunity to incorporate a statement pendant light and beautiful chairs that elevate the kitchen.
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
In that case, the Justice Department argued that for-cause removal protections for those officials are unconstitutional because the president has unrestricted power to remove executive officers.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
The deal for the unrestricted free agent was completed without a contract extension.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 19 Jan. 2026
In parting ways with a player eligible to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, the Flames acquired veteran defenseman Zach Whitecloud, defensive prospect Abram Wiebe, a conditional first-round pick in the 2027 draft and a conditional second-rounder in 2028.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 18 Jan. 2026
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Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
In that case, the Justice Department argued that for-cause removal protections for those officials are unconstitutional because the president has unrestricted power to remove executive officers.
—Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 20 Jan. 2026
The deal for the unrestricted free agent was completed without a contract extension.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 19 Jan. 2026
In parting ways with a player eligible to become an unrestricted free agent this summer, the Flames acquired veteran defenseman Zach Whitecloud, defensive prospect Abram Wiebe, a conditional first-round pick in the 2027 draft and a conditional second-rounder in 2028.
—Sportsday Staff, Dallas Morning News, 18 Jan. 2026
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“Unrestricted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrestricted. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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