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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
There’s a chance Ball could finish this season almost completely unrestricted.
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2025
The unrestricted award comes with professional services and goes to four native Hawaiian and 12 Indigenous artists and collective groups.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Carroll is also expecting a $2.1 million increase in unrestricted state funds, Burk said, though $6.1 million was anticipated last month.
—Thomas Goodwin Smith, Baltimore Sun, 30 Jan. 2025
Both are unrestricted free agents who should command a healthy number.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Jan. 2025
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2025
The unrestricted award comes with professional services and goes to four native Hawaiian and 12 Indigenous artists and collective groups.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 30 Jan. 2025
Carroll is also expecting a $2.1 million increase in unrestricted state funds, Burk said, though $6.1 million was anticipated last month.
—Thomas Goodwin Smith, Baltimore Sun, 30 Jan. 2025
Both are unrestricted free agents who should command a healthy number.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrestricted
Adjective
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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 22 Feb. 2025.
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