uncontrolled

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Inflation expectations for the year ahead fell as consumers reacted to easing tensions in the Middle East, likely reassuring ECB policymakers who fear an uncontrolled rise in price pressures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

The spring unwound in an uncontrolled manner, causing the wrench to be ejected and strike him.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

It was largely successful but resulted in the rocket being grounded after the booster suffered an uncontrolled landing in the Gulf of Mexico.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The booster fell swiftly back to Earth, uncontrolled, into the Gulf of Mexico.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

In our time, we control most epileptic symptoms with powerful drugs called "anticonvulsants," because uncontrolled seizures can cause their own brain damage.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman