limit
noun
the final, utmost, or furthest boundary or point as to extent, amount, continuance, procedure, etc.: the limit of vision.
have limited
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present perfectof limit.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Chris Wands, a Douglas Elliman agent in Miami, said that with higher mortgage rates, buyers have limited cash left after closing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
It considered the reported DNA damage signals, including those involving sucralose-6-acetate, but judged the relevant screening evidence to have limited relevance for its assessment.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 14, 2026
That would have limited utilities’ liability for the fire but increased electric bills.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2026
Commentators often complain about the sender saying they will have "limited access to email" while they are away.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2026
“But I have limited myself to five students and I cannot even think of adding another.”
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
