unchecked

adjective

un·​checked ˌən-ˈchekt How to pronounce unchecked (audio)
: not checked: such as
a
: not hindered, slowed, or restrained
unchecked growth
b
: not verified
unchecked data/information

Examples of unchecked in a Sentence

unchecked corruption in the state's prison system
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Essentially unchecked by members of his own party and appearing more confident than ever, the president imposed steep tariffs on allies and adversaries alike. Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025 This tolerance creates a culture where trust breaks down and toxic behaviour flourishes unchecked. Jason Walker Psyd, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025 Joe, of course, picks Eva, and everyone collectively is just letting this strong duo go unchecked, which is baffling to me. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 17 Apr. 2025 The administration has argued universities allowed antisemitism to go unchecked at campus protests last year against Israel’s war in Gaza. Michael Casey, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for unchecked

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unchecked was in the 15th century

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“Unchecked.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unchecked. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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