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

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Baker Institute researchers estimated in 2023 that unconstrained production could generate the UAE upwards of $50 billion in additional annual revenues. Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 28 Apr. 2026 There’s long been a vocal resistance to the technology, fueled by fears of job displacement, climate impact, and unconstrained development absent of safety guardrails. Lauren Feiner, The Verge, 14 Apr. 2026 Amodei has long been vocal about the potential dangers of unconstrained AI, and has made a focus on safety and transparency a core part of his company's identity. Jennifer Jacobs, CBS News, 26 Feb. 2026 If there are any meaningful limits to delegation at all, a grant of unconstrained power to impose tariffs would violate them. Ilya Somin, The Atlantic, 21 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unconstrained

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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 1 May. 2026.

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