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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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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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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
Glamorous on the verge of vulgar, elegant yet unrestrained, and unmistakably luxurious.
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José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 17 May 2026
Americans cannot afford, in lives or in money, more unrestrained, never-ending wars.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Experts and reporters at the investigative news magazine Mother Jones have found videos showing toddlers swallowing whole grapes (a choking hazard), infants eating honey (which carries a risk of botulism), and children riding unrestrained in the front seat of a moving car.
—Dana Suskind, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
The bounty of wide, unrestrained, eyes-twinkling smiles genuinely brought me joy.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
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José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 17 May 2026
Americans cannot afford, in lives or in money, more unrestrained, never-ending wars.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Experts and reporters at the investigative news magazine Mother Jones have found videos showing toddlers swallowing whole grapes (a choking hazard), infants eating honey (which carries a risk of botulism), and children riding unrestrained in the front seat of a moving car.
—Dana Suskind, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
The bounty of wide, unrestrained, eyes-twinkling smiles genuinely brought me joy.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrestrained
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At '47 Brand, score 2026 NBA champions gear like a new drop of the brand's Clean Up hats, which have a relaxed fit, adjustable back and embroidered logos.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 June 2026
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The singer and talk show host wore a light-wash, relaxed-fit pair on a recent episode of The Kelly Clarkson Show, proving the breezy silhouette is every bit as warm-weather-friendly as your favorite sundress.—
Jill Layton,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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As a result, officers are prioritizing animal cruelty and neglect cases over calls about loose dogs.—
Jasmine Arenas,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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That loose recommendation is not backed up by science, says Robert Vincent, a former federal public health analyst who helped get the new study off the ground.—
Claire Cameron,
Scientific American,
12 June 2026
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Astronomer and UFOlogist Jacques Vallée appears to shed additional light on Juan’s story, and dramatic effects sequences dramatize the emotional impact of his close encounter.—
Katie Rife,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 June 2026
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Diesel — who starred in the debut film with Paul, before the actor died at 40 in a fatal 2013 car crash — thanked Meadow for attending in an emotional speech before the screening.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
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The report fueled rampant speculation as fans scrambled to scrutinized the duo's interactions in interviews and on the red carpet.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 June 2026
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Lawmakers had previously given state health officials the authority to conduct visits to the facility, and the Adams County Health Department launched an investigation into the facility earlier this year after immigrant advocates alleged that gastrointestinal illness was rampant.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
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With high interest rates that outpace inflation, a structure that will allow savers to maintain a flexible approach and a seamless transition for those already banking online, this can be the right account at the right time.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The experience highlighted the value of acting fast during travel disruptions, choosing flexible booking options, and embracing unexpected destinations.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
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Ladipo says with a partnership with Common Goal, another national organization, their free inner-city soccer league, StationSoccer is the official player escort at the World Cup games in Atlanta.—
Chelsea Torres,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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Rideshare / taxi services will not be permitted to drop off near Miami Stadium – all such vehicles will be directed to an offsite lot (more info below), and fans will be required to board a free shuttle bus.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2026
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Angela’s bookish young son Jonathan (Danny Pintauro) and her gloriously uninhibited mother Mona (Katherine Helmond) rounded out the household.—
JP Mangalindan,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 June 2026
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But what was missing was more of a winning spirit, more aggressive, uninhibited and self-assured.—
Max Mathews,
New York Times,
9 June 2026
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However, the majority of pancreatic cancers occur when genetic mutations trigger uncontrolled growth of cells in the pancreas, eventually forming tumors.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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But over time, skipped doses can lead to uncontrolled blood pressure, which can damage your heart and blood vessels.—
Jessica Swirble,
Verywell Health,
8 June 2026
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“Unrestrained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unrestrained. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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