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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
Rampant offseason turnover amid new CBA terms This season is the first since the new collective bargaining agreement between the NWSL and the players union abolished the draft and gave athletes unrestricted free agency.
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Doha Madani, NBC News, 13 Mar. 2025
Now, with his new record-breaking extension, Crosby remains a cornerstone defensive piece for Las Vegas until 2030, when he’s set for unrestricted free agency.
—Scott Thompson, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025
Trading Thuney gives the Chiefs, who had 20 unrestricted free agents heading into this offseason, more resources to sign Smith and those other players.
—Jeff Fedotin, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
As a seller, the club is open to moving its pending unrestricted free agents — provided the returns are sufficiently enticing.
—Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 5 Mar. 2025
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Doha Madani, NBC News, 13 Mar. 2025
Now, with his new record-breaking extension, Crosby remains a cornerstone defensive piece for Las Vegas until 2030, when he’s set for unrestricted free agency.
—Scott Thompson, Fox News, 5 Mar. 2025
Trading Thuney gives the Chiefs, who had 20 unrestricted free agents heading into this offseason, more resources to sign Smith and those other players.
—Jeff Fedotin, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
As a seller, the club is open to moving its pending unrestricted free agents — provided the returns are sufficiently enticing.
—Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrestricted
Adjective
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The next four largest egg producers are privately held, so their financial data are not public.—
Katherine Faulders,
ABC News,
8 Mar. 2025
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Private fears become public and Gaines sharply renders the stress of Clay’s twoness.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
8 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Changes in economic conditions, market volatility, or new tax laws demand that individuals and business owners remain flexible and proactive.—
Aleksandar Jakovljevic,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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Many loans are interest-free and come with flexible repayment plans.—
Andee Tagle,
NPR,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Get unlimited digital access to Vogue, including the March issue featuring Sabrina Carpenter for $3 $1.25/month for one year.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2025
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Get one year of unlimited digital access for only $3.33 $1.50 per month.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The windows were open squares pasted over with layers of newspaper, and the room was occupied mainly by a brick bed large enough for the parents and the four children to share.—
Yiyun Li,
The New Yorker,
9 Mar. 2025
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Rebuilding trust starts with acknowledging these fears and finding healthier ways to create connection—such as open communication and mutual appreciation.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The town’s relaxed coffee houses, restaurants, shops and boutiques are just a few steps from The Roundtree.—
Irene S. Levine,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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For a relaxed paddle in town, head to the lakes at Lafayette Heritage Trail Park, which has a boat ramp and floating docks.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Unrestricted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unrestricted. Accessed 20 Mar. 2025.
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