cap

Example Sentences

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A cap limits how much the city can collect.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

They also typically include a “collar,” which puts a floor and a cap on the stock, limiting the employee’s upside and downside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Plus, humans can call in sick or hit up against service limits that cap how many hours a day they can be behind the wheel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

It means the energy price cap, which fixes the maximum amount customers on a standard variable tariff can be charged, will rise from 1 July.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Hannie removes her nurse’s cap and lets out a heavy breath.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler