limitation

noun

ˌli-mə-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce limitation (audio)
Definition of limitationnext
1
as in limit
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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2
as in restriction
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 constraint
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 limitation As the court case and investigation into the crash proceeds, Schaffer said the operator of the Stena Immaculate may file a limitation of liability in federal court in an effort to restrict its financial exposure. — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025 Aside from the physical limitations of berthing such large ships, fueling and maintaining superyachts also requires a tremendous amount of natural resources. — Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 14 Mar. 2025 This research highlights a limitation of current AI safety evaluations, which often assess only surface-level behavior. — Ars Technica, 14 Mar. 2025 But only a portion have been thoroughly evaluated for their toxicity due to time, cost, ethical concerns and regulatory limitations. — Brad Reisfeld, The Conversation, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for limitation
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Noun
  • Other plans have called for a higher SALT deduction limit or raising the cap for taxpayers under a certain income threshold.
    — Kate Dore, CFP®, EA, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Now included in the legislation is a state task force on missing and murdered African American women, a limit on how much jails and prisons may charge inmates for phone calls and a measure allowing more exonerees to seek restitution from the state.
    — arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 12 Mar. 2025
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  • Los Angeles fires and recovery Malibu businesses are struggling in the aftermath of fire and continuing restrictions along Pacific Coast Highway.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2025
  • In fact, several places have issued stern warnings to partiers and restrictions this year.
    — Kinsey Crowley, USA TODAY, 8 Mar. 2025
Definition of restriction
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  • Efficient Resource Allocation-by utilizing smart city technologies, the city can track and allocate resources effectively, optimize service delivery,and streamline government operations to meet these budget constraints.
    — Courier-News, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Why Unified Decision-Making Is Critical The constraints of specialized cybersecurity teams underscore businesses' need to have a holistic view of cybersecurity signals and coordinate actions across their cybersecurity functions.
    — Ambuj Kumar, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
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