unconstraint
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of unconstraint
First recorded in 1705–15; un- 1 + constraint
Example Sentences
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Henry IV. was a prince as expansive in ideas as he was inventive, who was a master of the art of pleasing, and himself took great pleasure in the freedom and unconstraint of conversation.
From A Popular History of France from the Earliest Times, Volume 5 by Black, Robert
They dined that day alone, that is, they were but three at table; and Atlee enjoyed the unspeakable pleasure of hearing them talk with the freedom and unconstraint people only indulge in when 'at home.'
From Lord Kilgobbin by Lever, Charles James
This course seemed to be demanded by the spirit to which he had dedicated himself,—the spirit of absolute unconstraint.
From Whitman A Study by Burroughs, John
I did not recognize in her the unconstraint of my partner at Mademoiselle Guillardin's wedding party,—to-day she was a true petite-ma�tresse, a little affected, and a little ceremonious too.
From Fr?d?rique; vol. 1 by Kock, Charles Paul de
She reassured and welcomed me with a natural smile, and pursued her occupation with quiet cheerfulness and unconstraint.
From Blackwood's Edinburgh Magazine — Volume 53, No. 329, March, 1843 by Various
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