time limit
Americannoun
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time limits
plural
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Etymology
Origin of time limit
First recorded in 1875–80
Example Sentences
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Their findings suggest that combining microwave frying with conventional frying could shorten cooking time, limit oil uptake, and still create the crisp exterior and satisfying texture associated with traditional fries.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 29, 2026
He’s also aware that, in some respects, he’s up against a time limit in terms of what he can shoot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
They voted in favour of strike action again earlier this month, since the time limit on a previous strike vote had expired.
From BBC ● Jun. 16, 2026
However, if we sell it within that time limit, there would be no capital-gains tax.
From MarketWatch ● May 18, 2026
Maybe we can talk about setting some kind of a time limit.
From "Twelve Angry Men" by Reginald Rose
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