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limiting

[lim-i-ting] / ˈlɪm ɪ tɪŋ /




ADJECTIVE
restrictive
Synonyms


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Medicare separately refused to cover Aduhelm for most patients, limiting coverage only to those enrolled in clinical trials.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

For years, most large genomic databases heavily focused on people of European ancestry, limiting scientists' understanding of disease risk in other populations.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

He also recommends limiting a given day’s to-do list.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

"We have teams dedicated to limiting and combating misuse, but as with any technology, the onus is ultimately on individual people to not actively exploit it."

From BBC • May 13, 2026

The staff noted that he was reserved and quiet and tended to keep to himself, but they commended him for limiting his interactions “so that he is not drawn into too much negativity.”

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater




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