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limit

[lim-it] / ˈlɪm ɪt /




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“This is a framework that can limit excessive leverage, volatility and systemic risk, rather than pushing those risks offshore to unregulated venues.”

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

On the other hand, “persistent inflation and elevated interest-rate expectations limit the scope for a sustained rally,” Razaqzada says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The disappearing message tool allows WhatsApp users to set a time limit of 24 hours, seven days or 90 days, after which their texts are deleted.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

This is a guy who is prone to rash decisionmaking and poor judgment, whose empathy for others, including those closest to him, may have a limit.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Sometimes when I have an awful day, I sneak downstairs and play Grace even though I’ve already reached the allotted playing limit.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold




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