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within limits
[/wɪˈðɪn ˈlɪmɪts/]
adverbial phrase
dentro dos limites
1.
not exceeding certain boundaries or restrictions; in moderation
You can spend money on entertainment, but please stay within limits.
Você pode gastar dinheiro com entretenimento, mas por favor fique dentro dos limites.
2.
to a degree or extent that is acceptable or reasonable
The project is progressing within limits of the budget.
O projeto está progredindo dentro dos limites do orçamento.
3.
inside the boundaries of a specified area or territory
All activities must occur within limits of the campus.
Todas as atividades devem ocorrer dentro dos limites do campus.
Synonyms
within bounds
in moderation
reasonably
acceptably
within reason
Antonyms
without limits
excessively
beyond limits
unreasonably
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
dentro dos limites
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
dentro dos limites
standard usage, same as general Brazilian
São Paulo
dentro dos limites
standard usage, occasionally 'nos limites'
Portugal
dentro dos limites
standard usage, may also use 'no limite'
Related Idioms & Phrases
push the limits
set limits
know one's limits
cross the line
go the distance
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