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sharp limit

[/ʃɑːrp ˈlɪmɪt/]
nounpl: sharp limits
limite nítido
1. A clear, distinct boundary or maximum threshold with no gradual transition
There is a sharp limit to how much weight the bridge can support.
Há um limite nítido para quanto peso a ponte pode suportar.
2. A strict or rigid constraint that cannot be exceeded
The company has set a sharp limit on spending for this quarter.
A empresa estabeleceu um limite rigoroso para gastos neste trimestre.
3. In mathematics or physics, a well-defined boundary or threshold value
The function has a sharp limit at x = 0.
A função tem um limite nítido em x = 0.
Synonyms
strict limitrigid boundaryhard thresholdclear boundarydefinite limit
Antonyms
gradual limitsoft boundaryflexible limitvague boundary

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limite nítido
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
limite rigoroso
commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
limite bem definido
preferred in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

draw a sharp line
set a firm boundary
cross the line
push the limits
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