unobstructed

adjective

un·​ob·​struct·​ed ˌən-əb-ˈstrək-təd How to pronounce unobstructed (audio)
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Synonyms of unobstructednext
: clear or free from obstructions or obstacles : not obstructed
an unobstructed view of the river

Examples of unobstructed in a Sentence

only one road remained unobstructed after the storm
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Other spaces of note include a wellness enclave, a dedicated workspace, and a rooftop deck that sports a full outdoor conversation set surrounded by unobstructed ocean views in every direction. Kristin Braswell, Architectural Digest, 30 June 2026 Find a location with an unobstructed view to the southeast, where the full moon’s orangey disk will poke above the horizon minutes after the moonrise time — though exactly when depends on local terrain and buildings. Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 Ensuring unobstructed transit was Iran’s main concession to the US. Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 28 June 2026 Lower-level seated sections often strike the best balance, offering an unobstructed view of the stage without the competition (and often pushing) of GA floor, and typically cheaper than floor tickets, according to GotStubs. Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unobstructed

Word History

First Known Use

1648, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unobstructed was in 1648

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“Unobstructed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unobstructed. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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