unfiltered
Americanadjective
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(of oil, coffee, smoke, etc) not having been passed through a filter
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not having been toned down, censored, or edited
unfiltered news sources
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(of a cigarette) not having a filter tip
Etymology
Origin of unfiltered
First recorded in 1770–80; un- 1 ( def. ) + filter ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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Business figures told the BBC in some cities, members of the Chamber of Commerce are granted just 20 to 30 minutes of unfiltered internet access per day.
From BBC
With her kente prosthetic, unfiltered personality and refusal to shrink herself to fit public expectations, Abena wants Ghanaians to see disabled people as they are: ambitious, stylish, talented, complex, proud and human.
From BBC
Endlessly inventive and musically restless, their songs are given focus by Winter's sharp unfiltered lyrics, cutting through superficial relationships, state propaganda, and social divisions.
From BBC
But Jarmusch’s deadpan approach often chases that sadness with a wry chuckle during instances of unfiltered honesty.
From Los Angeles Times
His unfiltered comic energy is an ever-present reminder that Alex has always played things safe.
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