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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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2
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
Rantanen is in the final year of his contract and can be an unrestricted free agent on July 1.
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Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2025
The easiest way to address this group is by re-signing Austin Hooper, an unrestricted free agent.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
The team has started engaging the pending unrestricted free agent on extension talks but doesn't seem willing to break the bank.
—Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
Stay Or Go? Green Bay’s class of unrestricted free agents is led by center Josh Myers and kicker Brandon McManus.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2025
The easiest way to address this group is by re-signing Austin Hooper, an unrestricted free agent.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
The team has started engaging the pending unrestricted free agent on extension talks but doesn't seem willing to break the bank.
—Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025
Stay Or Go? Green Bay’s class of unrestricted free agents is led by center Josh Myers and kicker Brandon McManus.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unrestricted
Adjective
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Vancouver will also be hoping that this is addition by subtraction as far as cleaning up the locker room dysfunction and public rift between Miller and Elias Pettersson.—
Corey Pronman,
The Athletic,
1 Feb. 2025
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But critics said privatization would give too much power to private businesses over a public asset and would actually increase costs to consumers.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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Traditional curbside recycling systems cannot process most beauty packaging due to design, which is often too small, too flexible or made of too many different material types.—
Lauren Parker,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Feb. 2025
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Programs such as the Military Spouse Preference program and the Military Spouse Employment Partnership could offer pathways to secure employment with remote or flexible options.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr.,
USA TODAY,
4 Feb. 2025
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As for other differences between the plans, Entertainment includes more than 75 channels, the ability to stream on unlimited devices in your home, unlimited cloud DVR storage, and a special offer on premium channels.—
Jenzia Burgos,
StyleCaster,
2 Feb. 2025
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The unlimited buffets that are centerstage on any cruise include traditional dishes such as jerk chicken, curry goat and ital stew.—
Essence,
Essence,
2 Feb. 2025
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Betts and Woodward have toured open fields throughout the Los Angeles area with Dodger Stadium still under repair.—
Fabian Ardaya,
The Athletic,
2 Feb. 2025
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Be open to collaborations and mutual support this month—trading skills, services, or offerings would be a great way to build trust within your community.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Feb. 2025
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These wide-legs pants are made from soft cotton and have a relaxed silhouette with pockets.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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This included grey relaxed trousers, a grey hooded sweater, and a dark grey shirt underneath.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Unrestricted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unrestricted. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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