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limits

Pronunciation: [/ˈlɪmɪts/]

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limits: meanings and example sentences

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

Context: “rules or boundaries”

(noun) the boundaries or rules that determine how far something can go or how much of something is allowed. Limits set the point at which something must stop.

Example

There are limits to how much candy you can eat in one day.

Example

There are no limits to how many books you can read.

Example

What are the limits for how long you can play video games?

Context: “setting boundaries”

(verb) to establish the boundaries or restrictions that apply to something. When you limit something, you are controlling how much of it can be done or used.

Example

We need to limit our screen time to stay healthy.

Example

She refused to limit her creativity by following the typical rules.

Example

How do you limit the amount of time spent watching TV?

How to pronounce limits

Pronunciation: [/ˈlɪmɪts/]

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