as in rampant
showing no signs of being under control
a case that was solved only because of one detective's unbridled determination to bring the killer to justice
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Recent Examples of unbridled
The year is 2052 when an era of peace and unbridled indulgence reigns supreme.
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Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 20 June 2025
But until a magical Messi moment in the 54th minute, the match was in danger of becoming a mere sideshow to supporters expressing their admiration – actually, more like unbridled passion – for the 37-year-old who has long cemented his status as one of the greats of the sport.
—Glen Levy, CNN Money, 20 June 2025
If World’s 50 Best celebrates unbridled, global luxury, and at a time when Michelin’s stars and codified standards are infiltrating every corner of the country (for a price, bien sur), the James Beard Awards defines the pulse and heart of American cooking.
—Caroline Hatchett, Robb Report, 19 June 2025
For that cost, a laptop better replace my existential anxiety with permanent, unbridled joy.
—Mitch Wallace, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 20 June 2025
But until a magical Messi moment in the 54th minute, the match was in danger of becoming a mere sideshow to supporters expressing their admiration – actually, more like unbridled passion – for the 37-year-old who has long cemented his status as one of the greats of the sport.
—Glen Levy, CNN Money, 20 June 2025
If World’s 50 Best celebrates unbridled, global luxury, and at a time when Michelin’s stars and codified standards are infiltrating every corner of the country (for a price, bien sur), the James Beard Awards defines the pulse and heart of American cooking.
—Caroline Hatchett, Robb Report, 19 June 2025
For that cost, a laptop better replace my existential anxiety with permanent, unbridled joy.
—Mitch Wallace, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unbridled
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The speculation was rampant all around the league when news of James’ decision broke, with rival executives wondering if this was a precursor to a trade request (James, remember, has a no-trade clause and could thus control any such move).—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
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The rampant abuse of 9-year-old Owen started as early as June 2023 and continued up until his death Sept. 19, 2024 when police were called to the home for an unresponsive child, prosecutors said.—
Kate Linderman,
Kansas City Star,
27 June 2025
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Three Welcome, Myth Busting Wins Firstly, the report is clear that ADHD remains under diagnosed in the UK, a not a rampant, uncontrolled Tik Tok trend.—
Nancy Doyle,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Contact your dentist or primary care provider to determine the cause of uncontrolled gleeking and ways to prevent it or treat underlying conditions causing it.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
19 June 2025
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“Unbridled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unbridled. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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