unrestricted

adjective

un·​re·​strict·​ed ˌən-ri-ˈstrik-təd How to pronounce unrestricted (audio)
Synonyms of unrestrictednext
: not having limits : not subject to restriction : not restricted
unrestricted areas
an unrestricted discussion

Examples of unrestricted in a Sentence

it's an unrestricted marathon—anyone can run in it the author of the book has an unrestricted view of what qualifies as "art" an unrestricted license to operate a motor vehicle
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Dosunmu, an unrestricted free agent, now has a playoff stage to showcase his talent and cash in this summer. Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026 Vucevic is the Celtics’ only impending unrestricted free agent. Zack Cox, Hartford Courant, 3 May 2026 The company resisted unrestricted military use of its AI systems. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026 The risk is even greater for Dosunmu, who is slated to be an unrestricted free agent this summer. Jon Krawczynski, New York Times, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for unrestricted

Word History

First Known Use

1750, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unrestricted was in 1750

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“Unrestricted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unrestricted. Accessed 6 May. 2026.

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