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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
Study limitations The authors noted that these findings only show an association, but do not prove that toxic relationships have a negative impact on aging.
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Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Rosi’s artistry grasps the limitations of being a long-term guest, visually juxtaposing the ancient and elemental, busts and people.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
The bill outlines the powers and limitations of the quasi-governmental entity that will own, manage — and oversee construction of — a $3 billion Chiefs stadium in Wyandotte County.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
While DiCaprio is experiencing failure for the first time, Wahlberg’s box-office bona fides continue to expand, even if the critics like to grumble about his limitations as an actor.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
The film ends up illustrating the limitations of the Storkels’ affection for re-enactments and their general interest in stories that are outlandish enough to be thrilling and bloodless enough to be treated with some measure of whimsy.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Easing installation hurdles While OpenClaw has surged in popularity recently, experts have previously pointed out limitations to the AI agent's mass adoption, including a complex installation process that's challenging for nontechnical users.
—Evelyn Cheng,dylan Butts, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
Even if the MacBook Neo may have some limitations, the PC industry is still treating it as a potential threat, Wu noted.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
So many candidates has also meant space and time limitations.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 13 Mar. 2026
Rosi’s artistry grasps the limitations of being a long-term guest, visually juxtaposing the ancient and elemental, busts and people.
—Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
The bill outlines the powers and limitations of the quasi-governmental entity that will own, manage — and oversee construction of — a $3 billion Chiefs stadium in Wyandotte County.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 13 Mar. 2026
While DiCaprio is experiencing failure for the first time, Wahlberg’s box-office bona fides continue to expand, even if the critics like to grumble about his limitations as an actor.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 13 Mar. 2026
The film ends up illustrating the limitations of the Storkels’ affection for re-enactments and their general interest in stories that are outlandish enough to be thrilling and bloodless enough to be treated with some measure of whimsy.
—Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 13 Mar. 2026
Easing installation hurdles While OpenClaw has surged in popularity recently, experts have previously pointed out limitations to the AI agent's mass adoption, including a complex installation process that's challenging for nontechnical users.
—Evelyn Cheng,dylan Butts, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026
Even if the MacBook Neo may have some limitations, the PC industry is still treating it as a potential threat, Wu noted.
—Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 12 Mar. 2026
So many candidates has also meant space and time limitations.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for limitations
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According to the study, the available observations place strong limits on the presence of other nearby planets in the system.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Mar. 2026
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In their perennial battle to solve state’s mounting trash problems, Connecticut lawmakers are again considering a ban on polystyrene takeout containers and other limits on single-use plastics.—
John Moritz,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2026
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There was no immediate confirmation from Iran, where little information has been coming out due to internet outages, round-the-clock airstrikes and tight restrictions on journalists.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
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The governor will declare an official drought, and water restrictions could be implemented.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Kelly, who built her reputation in a system defined by editorial constraints and institutional guardrails, now operates in one where those limits are largely absent.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Mar. 2026
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While advocates for more constraints on drilling point to the low number of permits the ECMC has denied, Robbins thinks that’s the wrong way to view the situation.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
18 Mar. 2026
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Your compassion remains strong, yet choosing yourself first, even in a small way, strengthens boundaries and helps every connection feel more honest.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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His extensive writing crossed the boundaries of academic and philosophical disciplines, providing a vision of modern society and social interaction.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
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“Limitations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limitations. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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