unbraced

/ʌnˈbreɪst/
adjective
  1. Not having a brace or support; loose or unfastened.
    • The unbraced shelf collapsed under the weight of the books.
    • He walked with an unbraced ankle, risking further injury.
    • The unbraced ladder wobbled dangerously as he climbed.
  2. Relaxed or free from tension; not tense or guarded.
    • The atmosphere in the room was unbraced, with everyone laughing easily.
    • His unbraced posture showed he was no longer on edge.
    • After the crisis passed, she felt unbraced and finally able to smile.
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