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limiting

Pronunciation: [ˈlɪmɪtɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use limiting in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “capability”

(verb) to set a boundary or make something less than it could be. It's like putting a fence around a yard to keep things from getting too big or wild.

Example

The teacher is limiting the number of students in the class to help everyone learn better.

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She was not limiting her imagination; she was thinking of all the possibilities.

Example

How are you limiting your choices in this situation?

Context: “restriction”

(adjective) describing something that controls or restricts how much is available or possible. It's like having a small toy box; it limits the number of toys you can play with.

Example

The limiting rules of the game made it easier to play and understand.

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The unlimited options made it hard to choose just one thing.

Example

What are the limiting rules we need to follow in this competition?

How to pronounce limiting

Pronunciation: [ˈlɪmɪtɪŋ]

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