as in pills
a small mass containing medicine to be taken orally
I prefer to take my medicine as caps rather than in liquid form
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as in hats
a covering for the head usually having a shaped crown
grabbed a cap and plopped it on his head before running out
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as in limits
a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go
a cap on player salary expenditures was suggested as a way to keep small market teams competitive
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as in restricts
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 caps
Eric Schlosser, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
The law will prohibit libraries from entering into e-book and digital audiobook licensing agreements that limit access through expiration dates or checkout caps.
—Julia Casola, Hartford Courant, 4 June 2026
Shnaider’s parents were concerned that the fair-haired daughter would get sunburned on the courts, but caps and visors reportedly obstructed her view.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Later, at graduation, four empty caps sat on four empty chairs.
—Thomas Lake, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
The garnishment caps are fixed and exceeding them isn't permitted.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 4 June 2026
In Section 533 of Angel Stadium, high above the foul pole in right field, where fans enjoying pretzels and helmet nachos wore Angels caps and Mike Trout shirts, a kindly usher approached.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Starlink is well-known for avoiding hard data caps.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 3 June 2026
That impact was visible throughout the beach Thursday as students sifted through sand searching for cigarette butts, plastic fragments, bottle caps, and other debris often overlooked by beachgoers.
—Daily News, 29 May 2026
Andrew McNicol, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
How the law works Georgia law caps contributions to political candidates to limit corruption or even the appearance of corruption.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 3 June 2026
The ruling caps a dramatic downturn in the longtime educator’s two-decade career in urban education, according to the Associated Press (AP).
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
The trade caps months of anticipation and speculation and ends a partnership that included a Super Bowl win, offensive fireworks and plenty of off-field frustrations.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 1 June 2026
The ruling caps a monthslong battle that drew testimony from residents across the state, generated thousands of petition signatures and prompted complaints to lawmakers, the governor and attorney general.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
Carl caps the already difficult day by trying to impress Tom with his museum-like collection of historical battle dioramas, complete with a creepy mini-figure of Ruffage leading his Gulf War tank platoon.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
Joffrey Ballet caps its 70th season After successfully mounting a dance journey through one Russian literary masterpiece, the Joffrey Ballet looks to see if lightning can strike twice in the same place.
—Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
The sentence caps a nearly five-year judicial process.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Noun
The facility remains popular among anti-immigrant crusaders, and Attorney General Uthmeier’s campaign store sells Alligator Alcatraz bumper stickers, T-shirts, and caps.
—Eric Schlosser, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
The law will prohibit libraries from entering into e-book and digital audiobook licensing agreements that limit access through expiration dates or checkout caps.
—Julia Casola, Hartford Courant, 4 June 2026
Shnaider’s parents were concerned that the fair-haired daughter would get sunburned on the courts, but caps and visors reportedly obstructed her view.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
Later, at graduation, four empty caps sat on four empty chairs.
—Thomas Lake, AJC.com, 4 June 2026
The garnishment caps are fixed and exceeding them isn't permitted.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 4 June 2026
In Section 533 of Angel Stadium, high above the foul pole in right field, where fans enjoying pretzels and helmet nachos wore Angels caps and Mike Trout shirts, a kindly usher approached.
—Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
Starlink is well-known for avoiding hard data caps.
—Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 3 June 2026
That impact was visible throughout the beach Thursday as students sifted through sand searching for cigarette butts, plastic fragments, bottle caps, and other debris often overlooked by beachgoers.
—Daily News, 29 May 2026
Verb
Hong Kong, Seoul — Kim Jong Un led the celebrations, and players wept with joy, as Asian club soccer’s newest women’s champions toasted a continental conquest that caps a remarkable run for North Korea’s female footballers.
—Andrew McNicol, CNN Money, 7 June 2026
How the law works Georgia law caps contributions to political candidates to limit corruption or even the appearance of corruption.
—Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 3 June 2026
The ruling caps a dramatic downturn in the longtime educator’s two-decade career in urban education, according to the Associated Press (AP).
—Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
The trade caps months of anticipation and speculation and ends a partnership that included a Super Bowl win, offensive fireworks and plenty of off-field frustrations.
—Chad Graff, New York Times, 1 June 2026
The ruling caps a monthslong battle that drew testimony from residents across the state, generated thousands of petition signatures and prompted complaints to lawmakers, the governor and attorney general.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2026
Carl caps the already difficult day by trying to impress Tom with his museum-like collection of historical battle dioramas, complete with a creepy mini-figure of Ruffage leading his Gulf War tank platoon.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026
Joffrey Ballet caps its 70th season After successfully mounting a dance journey through one Russian literary masterpiece, the Joffrey Ballet looks to see if lightning can strike twice in the same place.
—Lauren Warnecke, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
The sentence caps a nearly five-year judicial process.
—Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for caps
Noun
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The pills, of course, were laced with fentanyl.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
1 June 2026
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According to the network, prescription pills, an empty vodka bottle, and broken glass were also found at the site.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
1 June 2026
Noun
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An astonishing 51 candidates have thrown their hats in the ring.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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Wearing hats and loose-fitting clothes that cover as much skin as possible is still advisable on exceptionally hot days.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
Noun
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On May 1, Byrd visited a police rental storage locker to search for the money and found a large amount stored in multiple plastic storage bins with lids.—
Christin Lazerus,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Keeping trash bin lids tightly sealed and far from doors can help minimize the risk.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2026
Noun
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The Kenyan government's Lake Turkana Fisheries Management Plan has imposed regulations designed to protect juvenile fish and make certain breeding grounds off limits to fishing.—
Tommy Trenchard,
NPR,
31 May 2026
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The figures don't include properties within incorporated cities’ limits.—
Kristen Taketa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Vitamins and minerals are found in other non-carb foods, but a diet that eliminates or severely restricts carbs will also cut your intake of these key nutrients.—
Jennifer Lefton,
Verywell Health,
1 June 2026
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That vetting has not happened for Sikiric’s peptide, and federal regulation technically restricts its sale.—
Sara Talpos — Undark,
STAT,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Size and proportion play a larger role in performance than most tablets acknowledge.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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Smart TVs even surpass both tablets and computers (44% each).—
Frank Racioppi,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Tight ends Jake Briningstool and John Michael Gyllenborg and defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott were watching without helmets.—
Pete Sweeney
June 3,
Kansas City Star,
3 June 2026
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Many participants were seen wearing masks, and several wore respirators and helmets.—
Stephen Sorace , Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
Noun
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Fashion girls make a strong case for contrasting the athletic bottoms with feminine tops and shoes, and the same approach works here.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Glamour,
6 June 2026
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Plus, there are so many breezy sleeve styles and necklines to choose from, including whimsical ruffles, sophisticated boat neck tops, button-up cuffs, and more.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
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“Caps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caps. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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