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limited

[lim-i-tid] / ˈlɪm ɪ tɪd /




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The Department of Community Affairs, the state agency that oversaw all the local government growth planning and limited development, was just abolished outright.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

Just after 8:30 p.m., a Cal Fire bulletin described the fire as 25% contained, with limited possibility of further spread.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

The trial has received limited coverage in China, with most local reporting focusing on the circumstances of his arrest.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

In his speech, Thomas said that many Americans no longer accept that “all men are created equal” and deserving of “unalienable rights” protected by limited government.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

The Deep South would get its way, but only for a limited time.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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