1
as in restricting
to set bounds or an upper limit for
limit the note to a few words
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2
as in defining
to mark the limits of
adjectives limit the meanings of nouns
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Recent Examples of limiting
The two resulting signals are subtracted from each other to deliver the pure EPR signal—no speed-limiting feedback loop needed.
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IEEE Spectrum, 30 Apr. 2026
Strong low pressure is pulling in northerly winds on its backside while spreading clouds and rain ahead of it, limiting daytime warming and helping the cooler air linger in place.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Acting Director Nick Anderson testified that staffing has dropped to roughly 40%, sharply limiting the agency's ability to monitor threats and conduct outreach.
—Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Elsa Mendoza has multiple sclerosis, limiting her travel options.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
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IEEE Spectrum, 30 Apr. 2026
Strong low pressure is pulling in northerly winds on its backside while spreading clouds and rain ahead of it, limiting daytime warming and helping the cooler air linger in place.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2026
Acting Director Nick Anderson testified that staffing has dropped to roughly 40%, sharply limiting the agency's ability to monitor threats and conduct outreach.
—Nicole Sganga, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
Elsa Mendoza has multiple sclerosis, limiting her travel options.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
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While backing legislation restricting AI use in hiring and education, Pritzker’s administration has implemented internal rules dictating how state employees and contractors may use the technology.—
Olivia Olander,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2026
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The Boston City Council defeated a resolution last month, by a 9-3 vote, that sponsors Ed Flynn and Julia Mejia said sought to uphold state law restricting alcohol at public school facilities.—
Gayla Cawley,
Boston Herald,
26 Apr. 2026
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Millions looked on as Britain's future king and queen wed on April 29, 2011, at Westminster Abbey in London, defining a new era for the monarchy.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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The soft, sunny color is the perfect hue to transition into the warmer months, and Kristi Patterson, founder and principal designer at Grace Hill Design, says yellow is emerging as the defining color of the season.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Limiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/limiting. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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