unconstraint
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of unconstraint
First recorded in 1705–15; un- 1 + constraint
Example Sentences
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Princess Elizabeth smiled, and with harmless unconstraint chatted yet a long time with the shrewd and versatile ambassador of the French king.
From The Daughter of an Empress by Greene, Nathaniel
One minute you feel as if you may address her with perfect unconstraint, and the next you find yourself scared back to the most respectful distance.
From Fickle Fortune by Elisabeth Burstenbinder (AKA E. Werner)
Dyce had not the self-oblivion of entire courtesy; it seemed probable that he would often err in tact; a certain awkwardness marred his personal bearing, which aimed at the modern ideal of flowing unconstraint.
From Our Friend the Charlatan by Gissing, George
Among them were a number of tall men, lean and sinewy, with a sweep of line and unconstraint of gesture that smacked of hunters' ways and mountain exercise.
From The Long Roll by Johnston, Mary
It is calculated to inspire unconstraint and confidence into every breast.
From Four Early Pamphlets by Godwin, William
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