as in loosened
not tightly fastened, tied, or stretched
an unsecured luggage rack on top of the car that was a hazard to other vehicles on the road
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Recent Examples of unsecured
This unsecured system streamed real-time chats between users and their AI companions.
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Gusty winds will blow around loose and unsecured objects, including holiday decor and festival tents.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 2025
Due to the strike, container ships could not be handled, secured or unsecured at the port’s terminals, putting seaside operations at a standstill.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
Some of the gusty winds could last into Tuesday morning along the Northeast coast and could down tree branches and send unsecured objects flying.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 12 Oct. 2025
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Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Oct. 2025
Gusty winds will blow around loose and unsecured objects, including holiday decor and festival tents.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 19 Oct. 2025
Due to the strike, container ships could not be handled, secured or unsecured at the port’s terminals, putting seaside operations at a standstill.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
Some of the gusty winds could last into Tuesday morning along the Northeast coast and could down tree branches and send unsecured objects flying.
—Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 12 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unsecured
Adjective
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Next, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave and use a microfiber cloth to wipe away all the loosened grime.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The loose fit is perfect for layering, too, and packs down surprisingly well.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Oct. 2025
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That said, shoppers note that the sweater is tight-fitting and recommend sizing up for a looser fit, similar to Paltrow’s knit.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The county’s $10 million influx has helped relieve some of the fear for food-insecure clients, Olson said, particularly among the county’s elderly.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
28 Oct. 2025
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Before that, though, Moore says the 14-time Grammy winner was insecure about her abilities.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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With power diffused among top leaders and their allies in the bureaucracy, party discipline was slack.—
Jonathan A. Czin,
Foreign Affairs,
21 Oct. 2025
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Oscar Bobb seized on a slack pass and led a counter-attack with Haaland and Reijnders on either side.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Martell said the tone wasn’t hostile, just detached.—
Will Ripley,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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The detached house was built in 2013 and has a living area of 3,186 square feet.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
24 Oct. 2025
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“Unsecured.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unsecured. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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