unrestricted

adjective

ˌən-ri-ˈstrik-təd How to pronounce unrestricted (audio)
Definition of unrestrictednext
1
as in public
freely available for use or participation by all it's an unrestricted marathon—anyone can run in it

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2
as in flexible
not bound by rigid standards the author of the book has an unrestricted view of what qualifies as "art"

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3
as in unlimited
not limited or specialized in application or purpose an unrestricted license to operate a motor vehicle

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Recent Examples of unrestricted Friends don’t let friends drive drunk, but American presidents and Congress have been doing just that with unrestricted military aid to Israel. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026 Winners will receive $15,000 and those selected for Honoraria will earn $1,500, with both being unrestricted cash grants. — Tanya Fedak, Variety, 5 Aug. 2026 Curhan, 28, was the last of the team’s 2026 unrestricted free agents to find a home this offseason. — Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2026 The choice is not between prohibition or unrestricted development. — Harvey Levine, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unrestricted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrestricted
  1. public
  2. flexible
  3. unlimited
  4. open
  5. relaxed
Adjective
  • Commanders understood that virtually any encounter involving a guardsman could be filmed and turned into a national controversy, potentially damaging an institution that continues to enjoy broad public confidence.
    — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The offer is the latest negotiation in what is shaping up to be a public letter-writing campaign to determine future of the Atlanta City Detention Center.
    — Shaddi Abusaid, AJC.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of public
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  • The technicians melted pellets to roll out flexible films for food packaging, like a bag for baby carrots.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The company also reports that its approach can reduce costs by 50 percent to 65 percent compared with conventional boatbuilding, highlighting the potential for faster and more flexible USV manufacturing.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of flexible
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  • The device seamlessly integrates major streaming apps, providing direct links to content and an unlimited cloud DVR.
    — Rick Ellis, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Of course, because Byron is a psycho with terrifying surveillance capabilities and unlimited resources, Hazel has an easier time getting free than staying free.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of unlimited
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  • Selling youth players has proved profitable for many other Premier League sides and there has been speculation this week over the future of Myles Lewis-Skelly, while his fellow academy graduate Ethan Nwaneri is someone the club are open to selling.
    — Kaya Kaynak, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Anna’s sheer lace dress with a huge keyhole in the front and an open back is fine but also like a million other dresses; the same goes for Jude’s nicely constructed, but very familiar, black velvet dress with a corset.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of open
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  • Both the drop-shoulder tee and the elastic-waist shorts have a relaxed, roomy fit for ultimate comfort and airflow.
    — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Lawrence is loyal to easy, relaxed pants—and her jeans are no exception.
    — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 13 Aug. 2026
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