limiting

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In July, US President Donald Trump announced a 50 percent tariff on copper, eventually limiting the measure to products made with the metal.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Many current DNA robot designs are still relatively simple and operate in isolation, limiting their usefulness in complex real-world environments.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

In other words, the company felt it was limiting its business opportunities by forcing potential customers to prove they could afford to pay back a car loan.

From Salon • Mar. 30, 2026

South Korea implemented its first fuel cap in three decades, limiting wholesale gas prices to about $4.40 a gallon.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

He finds the term “African-American” too limiting, since it doesn’t reflect his white and American Indian heritage.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson