unrestrained

adjective

ˌən-ri-ˈstrānd How to pronounce unrestrained (audio)
Definition of unrestrainednext
1
as in relaxed
not bound by rigid standards he homeschooled his children because he believed that they would do best in an unrestrained learning environment

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2
as in loose
not bound, confined, or detained by force unrestrained dogs

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3
as in emotional
showing feeling freely very reserved when she's around strangers, but quite unrestrained in the company of friends

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4
as in rampant
showing no signs of being under control unrestrained laughter that had been fueled by a liberal dose of alcohol

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Recent Examples of unrestrained During the limited time the media could observe training, Pulisic looked to be unrestrained and moving freely. — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 24 June 2026 Alessi is unrestrained joy in tabletop form. — Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 23 June 2026 Stood frozen to the backdrop of unrestrained exultation, Cholowsky — the presumptive top pick in July’s MLB Draft — gazed over the boy’s shoulder with a thousand-yard stare. — Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 1 June 2026 One of them, who was unrestrained, died at the scene, while the other was taken to the hospital with major injuries. — Brandon Downs, CBS News, 31 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unrestrained
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrestrained
  1. relaxed
  2. loose
  3. emotional
  4. rampant
  5. flexible
  6. free
  7. uninhibited
  8. uncontrolled
Adjective
  • The atmosphere felt surprisingly relaxed — more easygoing than many arena rock concerts — without sacrificing energy.
    — Jamie Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026
  • The adjustable drawstring waist creates a customizable fit, while the breezy, relaxed silhouette pairs effortlessly with everything from simple tank tops to button-down shirts.
    — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026
Definition of relaxed
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  • Skubal had a minimally invasive surgery on May 6 to remove a loose body from his pitching elbow and returned to pitch on June 13.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Miriam wore a navy-blue task jacket to ward off the loose chill of the morning.
    — Rachel Yoder, New Yorker, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of loose
Adjective
  • That’s in part because of the social and emotional toll that carrying debt can have.
    — Mallika Mitra, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
  • On July 13, Haaland penned an emotional tribute on Instagram after Norway was knocked out of the World Cup by England in the quarterfinals.
    — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
Definition of emotional
Adjective
  • Skubal has the Tigers at the center of the trade deadline, with other players such as Gleyber Torres all part of the rampant rumor mill.
    — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Extreme heat, drought, hail and wildfires are rampant across the world, and fires are no longer just occasional tragedies.
    — Kate Dingwall, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 July 2026
Definition of rampant
Adjective
  • Alongside it, Ring has also taken the covers off the Outdoor Camera (2nd Gen), adding sharper 2K video, improved low-light performance, and more flexible installation options to one of its most versatile security cameras.
    — Paul Lamkin, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • The footbed is lined with soft, breathable microfiber, and the lightweight EVA midsole provides flexible support to help reduce pressure on your joints.
    — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026
Definition of flexible
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  • Those who are crowd-averse should take it all in from a distance at Battery Park or the Brooklyn Promenade, or hop on the free ferry to Staten Island to catch views of the Statue and the New York Harbor.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The same new moon responsible for the eclipse will leave the night sky free from moonlight as the Perseid meteor shower reaches its annual maximum.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of free
Adjective
  • Directed by Martin Scorsese and set in the late 80s and early 90s, the movie starred Leonardo DiCaprio as Jordan Belfort, an uninhibited young stockbroker who becomes enamored by the excess and ruthlessness of Wall Street.
    — Keith Langston, PEOPLE, 19 July 2026
  • Though Williams’ movement appeared uninhibited throughout Tuesday’s match, an injury doesn’t come as a complete surprise.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of uninhibited
Adjective
  • OpenAI disclosed that test versions of its AI models slipped their offline confines, accessed the internet and hacked into rival startup Hugging Face, triggering alarm over uncontrolled, rule-breaking machines.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
  • Because shark teeth can easily tear through major arteries, veins and tendons, uncontrolled blood loss is the biggest immediate threat.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2026
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