as in limiting
to set bounds or an upper limit for
the senator will propose a bill to cap prices for home heating oil
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Recent Examples of capping
JetBlue is also capping all Blue Basic fares at $299 on non-stop routes to and from FLL and San Juan, Puerto Rico, that Spirit also operated in April.
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Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Then again, Ortiz has been pretty charmed this weekend with five winners on Friday, including the Oaks, and five seconds in 11 mounts Saturday before capping it with the Derby.
—Gary B. Graves, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
Southwest Airlines is capping domestic fares at $200 for one-way trips of up to 500 miles, at $300 for up to 1,000-mile trips, and more than 1,000-mile trips at $400.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 2 May 2026
Jackie Vece, head of the residents’ association and chief organizer of their campaign, said capping rent increases is crucial.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2026
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Angie Dimichele, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
Then again, Ortiz has been pretty charmed this weekend with five winners on Friday, including the Oaks, and five seconds in 11 mounts Saturday before capping it with the Derby.
—Gary B. Graves, Chicago Tribune, 3 May 2026
Southwest Airlines is capping domestic fares at $200 for one-way trips of up to 500 miles, at $300 for up to 1,000-mile trips, and more than 1,000-mile trips at $400.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 2 May 2026
Jackie Vece, head of the residents’ association and chief organizer of their campaign, said capping rent increases is crucial.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for capping
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The agency advises limiting outdoor activities during unhealthy air days.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
8 May 2026
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However, in accordance with Chapter 720 of the Florida Statutes, they are prohibited from limiting or restricting interior changes to a home if the changes aren’t visible from the front of the parcel, an adjacent parcel, an adjacent common area, or a community golf course.—
Nicole R. Kurtz,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
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The adhesive had hardened around the cat’s eyes and mouth, restricting his ability to breathe, eat and drink.—
Kyle Melnick,
Washington Post,
3 May 2026
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This depth helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature without restricting airflow.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
2 May 2026
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