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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
Another limitation is the lack of diversity among participants.
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Cathy Nelson, Health, 28 Feb. 2025
Though sweeping and impressive, both Devarajan and Burton note the new study has limitations.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 26 Feb. 2025
My research group developed a novel benchmark that can help people understand the limitations of large language models in understanding meaning.
—Rutvik Desai, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2025
The first limitation is probably not a big deal for most households, since 6GHz transmissions are really only useful when the router is in the same room as the client device connecting to it.
—Tom Brant, PCMAG, 19 Feb. 2025
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Cathy Nelson, Health, 28 Feb. 2025
Though sweeping and impressive, both Devarajan and Burton note the new study has limitations.
—Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 26 Feb. 2025
My research group developed a novel benchmark that can help people understand the limitations of large language models in understanding meaning.
—Rutvik Desai, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2025
The first limitation is probably not a big deal for most households, since 6GHz transmissions are really only useful when the router is in the same room as the client device connecting to it.
—Tom Brant, PCMAG, 19 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for limitation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for limitation
Noun
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While the city remains a top cruise destination, authorities have implemented measures to better manage the influx of visitors, including limits on cruise ship arrivals.—
David Nikel,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, many stores have implemented purchasing limits, restricting the number of cartons that customers can buy at one time.—
Sarah Whitten,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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The restrictions’ effect is worsened by the growing efforts of other states to attract the world’s talent.—
Matthew J. Slaughter,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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The chunk with Section 2 lacks the actual restrictions, while the Schedule A chunk lacks the context that these are employee obligations.—
Meghana Puvvadi,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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From the relationship with the body to analyzing trauma to the societal constraints on human beings and their relationship with the planet, the exhibition, accompanied by a magazine, invites us to reflect on identity, connection, and complexity.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2025
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By identifying potential limitations early, companies can plan to optimize their use of NOLs and R&D credits within the constraints imposed by 382 and TCJA.—
Shaune Scutellaro,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Limitation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limitation. Accessed 6 Mar. 2025.
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