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as in infinite
being or seeming to be without limits
the unbounded enthusiasm shown by the new club members
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as in rampant
showing no signs of being under control
unbounded terror that was caused by the simultaneous detonation of seven car bombs around the city
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Recent Examples of unbounded
In other words, the pardon power is almost unbounded — excluding only state crimes, civil liability, future crimes and (perhaps) crimes by the president himself.
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Robert A. Levy, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
The absence of circles could mean that the universe is infinite and unbounded.
—Steve Nadis, Quanta Magazine, 27 Jan. 2025
Art is imagination, and imagination can be unbounded, utopian, bitter, euphoric, angry, perverse, vicious, forgiving, embracing, revelatory.
—Jon Pareles, New York Times, 28 Dec. 2024
The Trump administration would also be unwise to ignore global institutions, such as the World Trade Organization, as doing so would dramatically raise the likelihood of unbounded conflict.
—Scott Kennedy, Foreign Affairs, 26 Nov. 2024
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Robert A. Levy, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
The absence of circles could mean that the universe is infinite and unbounded.
—Steve Nadis, Quanta Magazine, 27 Jan. 2025
Art is imagination, and imagination can be unbounded, utopian, bitter, euphoric, angry, perverse, vicious, forgiving, embracing, revelatory.
—Jon Pareles, New York Times, 28 Dec. 2024
The Trump administration would also be unwise to ignore global institutions, such as the World Trade Organization, as doing so would dramatically raise the likelihood of unbounded conflict.
—Scott Kennedy, Foreign Affairs, 26 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unbounded
Adjective
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Wormholes represent the infinite possibilities of ways to describe our universe.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Discover Magazine,
1 Aug. 2025
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Some things are too important to leave behind — like, for instance, the notion that stupidity can be a beautiful force for good, and not just an infinite fuel supply for evil.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
30 July 2025
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The warm soil and decreasing temperatures help seeds germinate quickly, and pests and weeds aren’t as rampant as during the summer.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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If there is rampant concern about the legitimacy of the results, Paul and his team are right—boxing and sports will be dealt a serious blow.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Perfectionism perpetuates an endless state of striving.—
Leslie Jamison,
New Yorker,
4 Aug. 2025
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Just two miles in circumference, this small island has everything travelers to Italy crave: charming cobblestone streets and Baroque-style piazzas, ancient history around every corner, endless views of the sparkling sea, and fresh Sicilian-style seafood.—
Michele Becker,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Her raw, unbridled performance captured her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the Oscars, as well as a Golden Globe win.—
Rance Collins,
IndieWire,
4 Aug. 2025
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Many made their way to the Superdome, which descended into unbridled chaos as survivors were left without means to survive.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 July 2025
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As of Friday evening, the blaze continues to burn uncontrolled.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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The space agency let the contract a year ago to ensure the station makes a safe landing in the Pacific Ocean, rather than a hazardous, uncontrolled reentry.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Unbounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unbounded. Accessed 13 Aug. 2025.
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