uncontrolled

Example Sentences

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

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Defection to solar has been so fast and uncontrolled that Pakistan’s energy utilities are struggling with falling sales.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Scientists found that consuming caffeine at night can increase impulsive behavior, raising the likelihood of risky or uncontrolled actions.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

Without effective treatment, the outlook can be devastating, with uncontrolled fits putting children at high risk for injury and death.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Harriet wanted to say something to her, to offer some word of comfort, of greeting, and dared not for fear Old Rit’s uncontrolled joy or her loudly expressed fears would attract attention.

From "Harriet Tubman: Conductor on the Underground Railroad" by Ann Petry