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as in to restrict
to set bounds or an upper limit for
limit the note to a few words
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as in limitation
a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go
there was no limit to the number of challenges they faced
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as in height
the most extreme or advanced point
those bratty kids have pushed my patience to the limit
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Recent Examples of limit
Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2025
Withdrawals during a market downturn not only reduce the size of a portfolio but also limit future growth.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 11 July 2025
R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
These routes include Golden Bear Gateway, South Greenhill Road or others outside the city limits.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 9 July 2025
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Verb
Letters are limited to less than 250 words and must be signed (no pseudonyms nor initials).You must include your email address, address with city and daytime phone number for verification.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2025
Withdrawals during a market downturn not only reduce the size of a portfolio but also limit future growth.
—Lorie Konish, CNBC, 11 July 2025
Noun
McNamara said Tuesday that all data collected through investigations is treated just like any other evidence, with strict limits on who can access it and how long it can be kept.
—R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2025
These routes include Golden Bear Gateway, South Greenhill Road or others outside the city limits.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for limit
Verb
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North Korea restricts freedom of movement and suffers from persistent economic hardships, with around 60% of North Koreans estimated to be in poverty.—
Se Eun Gong,
NPR,
5 July 2025
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Under the program, up to five new housing projects restricted to those making between 60-100% of the area median income will be exempt from paying property taxes and state sales taxes on construction expenses in return for giving the DHA a small ownership stake in the real estate.—
Matthew Geiger,
Denver Post,
4 July 2025
Verb
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Changeable tastes and desires define your next four months.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
7 July 2025
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention defined a heat wave as a period of abnormally and uncomfortably hot and usually humid weather that lasts at least two days.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
Noun
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And that our natural limitations are not just physical, but also social and cognitive.—
Pia Lauritzen,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Isaacson says the limitations on mobility in immigrant communities will have ripple effects across the nation's economy.—
Jasmine Garsd,
NPR,
12 July 2025
Noun
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The first-floor gallery is confusing enough with its varying ceiling heights and tomb-like layout.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
7 July 2025
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Chambray may be a humble fabric, but 100 Hands has elevated it to new heights with its Iced Washed Japanese Chambray Shirt.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
7 July 2025
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Named on The Arizona Republic's 2025 list of 100 essential restaurants in metro Phoenix, these seven spots showcase the breadth and depth of Tempe's culinary landscape.—
Reia Li,
AZCentral.com,
11 July 2025
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In a way, the dichotomy simply reflects the challenge our team faces each day: Provide news in the moment, with expertise and precision, then add context and depth around important and complicated topics to help readers understand what is happening and why.—
Greg Borowski,
jsonline.com,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Make time for personal activities, set boundaries and prioritize your well-being.—
Angelo Chavez,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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When Mercury enters your sign on June 26, your ability to communicate your needs and boundaries sharpens.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 July 2025
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“Limit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limit. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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