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limitation

Pronunciation: [ˌlɪməˈteɪʃən]

Word

Learn how to use limitation in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “rules”

(noun) a rule or guideline that restricts or controls what can be done. It's like saying you can only play a game in certain ways and not any way you want.

Example

The school has a limitation on the number of children allowed in each class to keep it organized.

Example

There are no limitations on how many times you can practice your favorite sport.

Example

What are the limitations for using the playground equipment?

Context: “ability”

(noun) something that stops you from being as good or as fast as you want. If you have a limitation, it means there’s something you can’t do as well as you’d like.

Example

Everyone has some limitations, but we can still do our best.

Example

He had no limitations and was able to run for a long time without stopping.

Example

What limitations do you think people can overcome?

Context: “science”

(noun) a boundary or point that cannot be passed in certain situations. It’s like the edge of a cliff where you can’t go any further without being in danger.

Example

The scientists found a limitation in the experiment that they had to work around.

Example

There were no limitations in the experiment, so it could be repeated as many times as needed.

Example

What is the limitation of this experiment?

How to pronounce limitation

Pronunciation: [ˌlɪməˈteɪʃən]

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