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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
Hopefully, after a couple of years of the most low-key nail trends, this is just more evidence that elaborate, unrestrained nail art is making a comeback.
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Marci Robin, Allure, 1 July 2025
In short, even among states that are highly critical of Iran, there are concerns about an unrestrained Israel.
—H.a. Hellyer, Time, 30 June 2025
Even more depressing is the scene at the end of President Andrews' address, when both sides of the aisle and all of the spectators rise in unanimous, unrestrained applause.
—Arkansas Online, 28 June 2025
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) says that, when unrestrained, small pets can crawl into the footwell and interfere with the pedals, or large animals could interfere with the driver's view.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
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Marci Robin, Allure, 1 July 2025
In short, even among states that are highly critical of Iran, there are concerns about an unrestrained Israel.
—H.a. Hellyer, Time, 30 June 2025
Even more depressing is the scene at the end of President Andrews' address, when both sides of the aisle and all of the spectators rise in unanimous, unrestrained applause.
—Arkansas Online, 28 June 2025
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) says that, when unrestrained, small pets can crawl into the footwell and interfere with the pedals, or large animals could interfere with the driver's view.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrestrained
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Another 2024 Michelin winner is Rocca, where chef and owner Bryce Bonsack serves Italian fare in a relaxed atmosphere inspired by his pilgrimage to Italy.—
Mariette Williams,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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The following Canadian towns offer a more local experience than their big city neighbors, are more affordable, and allow travelers to get to know the destination at a slower and more relaxed pace.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Drink kombucha with meals to improve digestion and prevent rapid blood sugar spikes, which can draw water into your intestines and cause loose stools.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
30 July 2025
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The rubber outsole performed well on a variety of outdoor surfaces, including loose rocks, dirt, and grass.—
Kevin Brouillard,
Travel + Leisure,
30 July 2025
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They are then adopted out to be a pet or are placed in police, fire and EMS stations to provide emotional support.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The vote dashed the hopes of those with the 156-year-old Art Academy, who gave emotional pleas in recent weeks to city leaders for help.—
Scott Wartman,
The Enquirer,
30 July 2025
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Homelessness is still rampant — and the idea of homeownership feels like a cruel joke to the many millions of households in the Golden State with income far higher than the national median of $75,000.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 July 2025
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With both systems under one leader, speculation is rampant that Broward’s two health districts will merge.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
17 July 2025
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This entails the focus on more flexible work arrangements and challenges the more deeply rooted traditional relationships between employees and employers.—
Bankim Chandra,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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The upcoming academic year will mark the debut of a new, more flexible ban on cellphone use at schools.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 July 2025
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Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
26 July 2025
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Start a free trial now to start watching some of the best soccer players in the world hit the pitch.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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The freedom to compete, to be uninhibited in pursuit of victory.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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At the centre of the story is 30-year-old, uninhibited rock chick Nicole Tomkins, voiced by Rosa Salazar, who, following a diagnosis of YOPD, has moved back home to Plano, Texas, to live with her mom, Grace (Roselyn Sanchez), and her prissy but kind-hearted younger sister, Brianna (Mayan Lopez).—
Gus Alexiou,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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As of Friday evening, the blaze continues to burn uncontrolled.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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The space agency let the contract a year ago to ensure the station makes a safe landing in the Pacific Ocean, rather than a hazardous, uncontrolled reentry.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Unrestrained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unrestrained. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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