off-limits

[awf-lim-its, of-] / ˈɔfˈlɪm ɪts, ˈɒf- /

ADJECTIVE

not allowed; prohibited

Synonyms

STRONGEST

banned barred illegal prohibited restricted

WEAK

against the law forbidden illicit impermissible no-no not allowed not permitted out of bounds outlawed taboo unlawful verboten

Antonyms

STRONG

allowed permitted

Example Sentences

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Trading on Hyperliquid and Trade.xyz is currently off-limits to investors based in the U.S. for regulatory reasons.

From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026

In another provision, computer use would be off-limits between classes and during lunch and recess.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

But for investors, Russian gas companies are probably off-limits.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

"Very little is off-limits," Trump said on Monday.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

The couch in the living room was off-limits and only for Mr. and Mrs. Lassiter’s rare client meetings at home, and the couch in the den was way uncomfortable.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence

off-limits

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