unencumbered
Americanadjective
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not impeded, slowed down, or retarded; free to move, advance, or go forward.
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having few or no burdens or obligations.
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not burdened or weighed down, as with bulky or heavy objects.
adjective
Other Word Forms
- unencumbering adjective
Etymology
Origin of unencumbered
Example Sentences
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The youngster said he started heading for shore with just his life jacket but later abandoned it to swim unencumbered.
From Barron's
She wanted me to chart my own path, unencumbered by hers.
“Global unencumbered copper inventories are now draining into oblivion,” says Ghali.
If Daisy is with me, I love to not take my phone because I like to be unencumbered and to not think about it.
From Los Angeles Times
The lyrics are simple, unencumbered by a traditional musical’s desire to grab the audience with a catchy tune.
From Salon
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