unconstrained

adjective

un·​con·​strained ˌən-kən-ˈstrānd How to pronounce unconstrained (audio)
: not held back or constrained
unconstrained ambition
unconstrained expressions of grief
people unconstrained by financial worries

Examples of unconstrained in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web With customers attracted to new EV marques that are able to innovate unconstrained by precedent—and one of those brands having a market cap 7.5 times that of Mercedes, despite selling a few hundred thousand fewer cars per year—does heritage become a liability rather than an asset? Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2024 The core assumption of Reaganism—that government is the problem—was challenged by the realization that unconstrained corporate power was threatening Americans’ liberty. Eric Cortellessa, TIME, 26 Sep. 2024 For 10 years and longer, the portfolio is more aggressive and tilted heavily towards equities, although Failla also includes high-yield bonds, unconstrained bond funds and private credit. Michelle Fox, CNBC, 20 Sep. 2024 This unconstrained power and willingness to use it eventually turned inward. Christine Adams / Made By History, TIME, 16 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for unconstrained 

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of unconstrained was in the 14th century

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“Unconstrained.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unconstrained. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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