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as in limits
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 restrictions
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 constraints
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 limitations
Recognizing the limitations of traditional ceramics used in watchmaking – namely their propensity to shatter upon impact – the brand set out to create a substance that would offer the aesthetic appeal of ceramic without compromising on resilience.
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Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
There’s also the corresponding Van Neumann bottleneck, describing limitations in transfer between the CPU and the memory.
—John Werner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In addition, dengue vaccines, introduced in countries like Peru, Brazil and Argentina, offer hope but also face limitations as they're meant mostly for children and are most effective in those already infected with dengue once.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Traditional surveillance systems, while helpful, often have limitations.
—Kevin Gu, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Beijing also cited national security concerns as the reason for its subsequent export ban of critical minerals and limitations on the export of graphite.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
However, early experiments reveal both the promise and limitations of AI shopping agents, while raising critical questions about how brands should prepare for a future where traditional keyword search may no longer dominate.
—Kiri Masters, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
That the Panthers came that close revealed the limitations of an Eagles defense that isn’t infallible.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
What’s more, their financial outlook remains blinkered, determined by the limitations of the tool.
—Jeppe Rindom, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
There’s also the corresponding Van Neumann bottleneck, describing limitations in transfer between the CPU and the memory.
—John Werner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
In addition, dengue vaccines, introduced in countries like Peru, Brazil and Argentina, offer hope but also face limitations as they're meant mostly for children and are most effective in those already infected with dengue once.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Traditional surveillance systems, while helpful, often have limitations.
—Kevin Gu, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Beijing also cited national security concerns as the reason for its subsequent export ban of critical minerals and limitations on the export of graphite.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
However, early experiments reveal both the promise and limitations of AI shopping agents, while raising critical questions about how brands should prepare for a future where traditional keyword search may no longer dominate.
—Kiri Masters, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
That the Panthers came that close revealed the limitations of an Eagles defense that isn’t infallible.
—Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
What’s more, their financial outlook remains blinkered, determined by the limitations of the tool.
—Jeppe Rindom, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for limitations
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On top of this, Google is contending with antitrust cases accusing the company of monopolizing the search market, with potential remedies including a breakup, regulatory oversight, and restrictions on its businesses.Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Again, there are sneaky ways to try and overcome those restrictions.Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Accessibility will be prioritized during the creation of this new wing, the museum said, highlighting the fact that the current of the modern and contemporary galleries hinder both visitors and Met workers alike in certain areas, whether because of lighting issues, spatial constraints, or stairs.Alex Greenberger for ARTNews, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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This tool acts as a diagnostic framework to identify and address the constraints—both tangible and intangible—that may be holding the family business back.Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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All three bent the boundaries of what a production car could do – and all three pointed to their brands’ future speed machines, as Ferrari, Porsche and McLaren alike would go on to democratize their hybrid performance powertrains across more affordable vehicles over the decade to follow.Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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As hierarchies flatten, employees and managers may face unclear boundaries around decision-making authority and accountability, which can lead to confusion and inefficiency.Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Limitations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limitations. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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