limited

adjective

lim·it·ed | \ ˈli-mə-təd

Definition of limited

1a : confined within limits : restricted limited success

b of a train : offering faster service especially by making a limited number of stops

2 : characterized by enforceable limitations prescribed (as by a constitution) upon the scope or exercise of powers a limited monarchy

3 : lacking breadth and originality a bit limited; a bit thick in the head— Virginia Woolf

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Examples of limited in a Sentence

Only a limited number of students will be allowed in the class. People with limited incomes are hit particularly hard by inflation. The company has had limited success.

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The bed will be available as part of a limited-run package for 2019 GMC Sierra Denali and AT4 models starting later this year, with wider availability in 2020 models. — Annie White, Car and Driver, "GMC Limits the Sierra's New CarbonPro Bed to a Pricey Option Package," 20 May 2019 Now, Dunkin' Donuts is joining the fun with eight new, limited-edition nail polishes. — Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, "Dunkin’ Donuts Just Dropped Nail Polish in 8 Shades for Diehard Munchkin Fans," 17 May 2019 These menu items will be available a limited time only, starting Wednesday, June 5, 2019. — Sophia Caraballo, Woman's Day, "McDonald's Is Bringing Its International Menu to the United States," 8 May 2019 Brooklinen—the cult-favorite luxury bedding brand—has joined forces with The Inside on a first-of-its-kind collaboration through a limited run of printed sheet sets. — Lucia Tonelli, ELLE Decor, "The Inside and Brooklinen’s New Collaboration is a Design Dream Come True," 25 Apr. 2019 Moon picks up where Jenner left off with Esteé's limited-run line. — Jessica Radloff, Glamour, "Kendall Jenner Wants You to Instagram Your Toothpaste," 24 Apr. 2019 But now, there's even more of a reason to head over to your local Tarjay—they're selling limited-edition rosé bouquets and matching pink cupcakes, just in time for Mother's Day. — Elizabeth Gulino, House Beautiful, "Target’s Now Selling Rosé Bouquets and Cupcakes," 10 Apr. 2019 Just like Ariana Grande's recent merch drop, every single item in the limited-edition collection comes with a digital album. — Kelsey Stiegman, Seventeen, "Here's Where You Can Shop Billie Eilish x Takashi Murakami Merchandise Now," 4 Apr. 2019 Such limited-run engagements are common during the holiday season. — Charles Passy, WSJ, "The Boss Had His Broadway Swan Song. Who’s Next?," 17 Dec. 2018

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