limits (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈlɪmɪts/
Definition
The greatest or least amount, number, or level that is allowed or possible.
Examples
The company has set strict limits on spending.
There are limits to how much we can achieve with our current resources.
He pushed the limits of his endurance during the marathon.
How to Use limits
- limit of (prepositional phrase)
- The boundary or maximum amount of something. — "The speed limit of 50 mph is clearly posted."
- limits on (prepositional phrase)
- Restrictions placed upon something. — "There are strict limits on the number of guests allowed."
- beyond the limits (idiom)
- Exceeding the maximum possible or allowed amount. — "His behavior went beyond the limits of acceptable conduct."
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