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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And the longer McDavid goes without a contract extension as unrestricted free agency approaches next summer, the more the superstar’s future with the Oilers comes into question.
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Eric Stephens, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
In 2024, Branches was one of six nonprofits in Miami-Dade to receive $2 million in unrestricted funds from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
Ellis could reach unrestricted free agency next summer without an extension.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2025
He is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent after the 2026 season.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
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Eric Stephens, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
In 2024, Branches was one of six nonprofits in Miami-Dade to receive $2 million in unrestricted funds from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.
—Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2025
Ellis could reach unrestricted free agency next summer without an extension.
—Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 29 Sep. 2025
He is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent after the 2026 season.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Sep. 2025
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“Unrestricted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrestricted. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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