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as in public
freely available for use or participation by all
it's an unrestricted marathon—anyone can run in it
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as in flexible
not bound by rigid standards
the author of the book has an unrestricted view of what qualifies as "art"
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as in unlimited
not limited or specialized in application or purpose
an unrestricted license to operate a motor vehicle
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Recent Examples of unrestricted
Mack, who has 107.6 career sacks, is an unrestricted free agent and Bosa, whose production has been derailed by injuries, has a $36.4 million salary cap hit next year, according to Spotrac.
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Jay Paris, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
During this time, all 32 clubs can tag one player scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent on March 12, the start of the new league year.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 18 Feb. 2025
The good news is that more than a dozen starters will be unrestricted free agents and a handful are potential difference-makers.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2025
The Minnesota Vikings have some important decisions to make regarding their star players who are set to become unrestricted free agents.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
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Jay Paris, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
During this time, all 32 clubs can tag one player scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent on March 12, the start of the new league year.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 18 Feb. 2025
The good news is that more than a dozen starters will be unrestricted free agents and a handful are potential difference-makers.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2025
The Minnesota Vikings have some important decisions to make regarding their star players who are set to become unrestricted free agents.
—Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrestricted
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In turn, Israel has accused Hamas of not respecting the order in which the hostages were to be released and of orchestrating abusive public displays before large crowds when they have been handed over to the Red Cross.—
James Mackenzie, Emily Rose,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Lawyers for both sides have made provocative comments, divulged private communications and made public a slew of documents while defending their clients.—
Stacy Perman,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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Be flexible If your child’s birthday falls on a holiday, flexibility is key.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
17 Feb. 2025
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What’s needed now are more flexible funding schemes and opportunities that will allow Latvian productions to be competitive on the global market.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2025
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Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content.—
Louryn Strampe,
WIRED,
14 Feb. 2025
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Plus earn unlimited 1% cash back on all other purchases.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
12 Feb. 2025
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State of play: The race for the governorship remains fairly open.—
Ivana Saric,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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The road is still open to pedestrians, who can bypass the sinkhole via the dirt path next to the road.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Feb. 2025
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The Village opened a basement eatery called Sotto in December with refined Italian comfort food and a relaxed climate and decor that the owners hope will attract a younger crowd.—
Peter Breen,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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The city’s famous coffee shops offer a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy premium cannabis while soaking in the charming canals and vibrant arts scene.—
Matt Rozo,
The Mercury News,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Unrestricted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unrestricted. Accessed 26 Feb. 2025.
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