bounds

/ baʊndz /

plural noun

1. sometimes singular a limit; boundary (esp in the phrase know no bounds )
2. something that restrains or confines, esp the standards of a society

   within the bounds of modesty

3. See beat
   beat the bounds
   beat the bounds See beat

Example Sentences

If the operation caused no physical damage, it would be in bounds.

From The Daily Beast

If it was the United States, the operation will test the bounds of international law.

From The Daily Beast

Cosby is hardly the first star to step outside the bounds of marriage.

From The Daily Beast

Thanks to George no topic is out of bounds, no language is off limits.

From The Daily Beast

Inside the quarantine zone, even more specific procedures were outlined to keep those within the bounds of it safe.

From The Daily Beast

Say that my anger has no bounds—that my heart is breaking—will break and kill me, if he persists in his ingratitude and cruelty.

From Project Gutenberg

He now knew no bounds to his wrath; and he proclaimed it in such a manner, that the terrified priest flew before him.

From Project Gutenberg

The light which discovered its dismal bounds to his solitary eyes, came from a small grated aperture in the vaulted roof.

From Project Gutenberg

It was a great thing to see the future King and Queen of England, and our loyalty and enthusiasm knew no bounds.

From Project Gutenberg

Soon he begins to trot, and, when he thinks himself out of sight, bounds off like a greyhound.

From Project Gutenberg