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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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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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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
The butterflies, free and unrestrained, symbolize hope, rebirth and the pursuit of freedom, creating a stark contrast to the devastation that surrounds them.
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Katya Soldak, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Hopkins returned to the part twice — gleefully unrestrained in Hannibal (2001) and altogether too restrained in Red Dragon (2002).
—EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Amid such unrestrained play, the mind seizes all the more fiercely onto recurring images.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2025
To our collective pleasure, S.S. Rajamouli directs with an absolutely unrestrained imagination: fight scenes defy gravity, characters crash through walls and metaphors alike and even the smallest moments are delivered with mythic weight.
—Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
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Katya Soldak, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025
Hopkins returned to the part twice — gleefully unrestrained in Hannibal (2001) and altogether too restrained in Red Dragon (2002).
—EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Amid such unrestrained play, the mind seizes all the more fiercely onto recurring images.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2025
To our collective pleasure, S.S. Rajamouli directs with an absolutely unrestrained imagination: fight scenes defy gravity, characters crash through walls and metaphors alike and even the smallest moments are delivered with mythic weight.
—Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrestrained
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This soft, versatile shade is popping up everywhere, from my Instagram feed to my go-to retailers, offering the relaxed vibe of denim without the weight.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
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The set features a relaxed, boxy three-quarter sleeve, button-down top and mid-rise shorts.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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Her blonde hair was styled in loose waves that framed the face.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
4 May 2025
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Answers Nurse had a high event series with some loose coverage that is reflected by eye and math.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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In a speech that lasted nearly five minutes, an emotional Gaga moved the crowd.—
Billboard Brasil,
Billboard,
5 May 2025
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There was a quality about Ruth of emotional homelessness.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
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From waking our brains up 100 times a night to doubling our risk of developing Alzheimer's disease to triggering rampant inflammation, chronic stress is one of the most biologically disruptive forces in modern life.—
Michael Franco
May 15,
New Atlas,
15 May 2025
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This high-moisture environment is ideal for mold and mildew, encouraging rampant growth through the affected areas and producing an unpleasant musty smell.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 May 2025
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The rules around federal civil proceedings are slightly more flexible, allowing for recording in some instances at the discretion of the judge.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Some linguists and other scientists have been quick to point out that chimpanzee communication is far less flexible and complicated than human language.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
12 May 2025
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Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
14 May 2025
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There’s no guarantee the barrier plans will keep the carp from lakes, which already have some freshwater common European carp, also an invasive species, swimming free.—
Charles Selle,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
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Chances are its uninhibited critique of privilege, political satire, and wicked social commentary would be softened or edited out.—
Viren Naidu,
IndieWire,
2 Apr. 2025
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For fashion enthusiasts seeking to experience the brand firsthand, the flagship store promises to be a destination that celebrates the spirit of creative expression and uninhibited style that has become Ann Andelman’s hallmark.—
Angela Lei,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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The European Space Agency is monitoring Cosmos 482's uncontrolled descent.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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Topline The remains of a Soviet spacecraft launched in 1972 made an uncontrolled descent into the Indian Ocean on May 10, 2025.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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“Unrestrained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unrestrained. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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