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capping

[kap-ing] / ˈkæp ɪŋ /


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Legal experts say the latest ruling is different, functionally outlawing cash bail in most cases, and strictly capping the amount in others.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

As well as capping ground rents, the government's draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill, which is being scrutinised by the committee before it is introduced to Parliament, would ban the sale of new leasehold flats.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

The utility, which serves about 4 million customers in Virginia and the Carolinas, is almost entirely regulated, capping potential for profit growth from growing electricity demand—but also limiting downside risk.

From Barron's • May 16, 2026

Costco built a tremendous competitive advantage by capping its profit margins and sharing scale benefits with customers in the form of lower prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

She pours the jelly into hot jars, capping them with paraffin wax.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood




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