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un-BRYDLD/ʌnˈbraɪdld/

Unbridled means not controlled or restrained: unbridled packed-hall copy, unbridled crest talk. Wild (already in the dictionary) is everyday; unchecked talk is not a count.

Meaning

Not controlled or restrained (from wild, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “Unbridled packed-hall copy is still not an occupancy figure; count the seats.”
• “Wild is already in this course. Unchecked is the close twin. Packed is a vibe. A number on a certificate is the rule. Count the seats; then keep the copy if the cap still holds.”

Good to know

Unrestrained; unchecked. Everyday: wild (already in the dictionary). Packed copy ≠ a count.

Near in meaning

unchecked, unrestrained, uncontrolled

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