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as in limit
a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go
the bridge has a weight limitation that bars heavy trucks from crossing it
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as in restriction
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
the state has some fairly strict limitations on the sale and use of alcoholic beverages
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as in constraint
the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries
the limitation on the number of vehicles allowed on the island does not sit well with year-round residents
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Recent Examples of limitation
There are limitations on Trajekt Arc as a catching development tool.
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Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The company also seems to be reducing the 300Mbps plan from $ 55 per month to $50, with the same limitations.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 3 June 2026
Evans said power limitations are already influencing economic development decisions.
—Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 2 June 2026
That could be putting explicit limitations on what the fund could go to.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 2 June 2026
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Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The company also seems to be reducing the 300Mbps plan from $ 55 per month to $50, with the same limitations.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 3 June 2026
Evans said power limitations are already influencing economic development decisions.
—Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 2 June 2026
That could be putting explicit limitations on what the fund could go to.
—Dana Taylor, USA Today, 2 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for limitation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for limitation
Noun
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Those starting out with smaller investment limits might consider coins or small bullions, while those with higher balances to transfer might consider using a gold IRA.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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The $500,000 limit is not mentioned in the ballot summary or in the amendment.—
Lawrence Mower,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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Due to safety concerns, the age restriction for overwater villa stays is 13 and up, though parents or guardians can sign a waiver upon booking.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 June 2026
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The next collective bargaining agreement will include either a salary cap, closing the sport’s Free Spending Saloon, or other payroll restrictions that would have a similarly sobering effect.—
Levi Weaver,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
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Set the scene In the heart of the city’s museum quarter, this property is an ideal spot for tourists without budget constraints.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Data center capacity constraints, over-reliance on OpenAI and a Copilot assistant that trails rivals have challenged Microsoft’s early lead.—
Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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“Limitation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limitation. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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