circumscriptions

noun

Definition of circumscriptionsnext
plural of circumscription
1
as in restrictions
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice such circumscriptions on the freedom of speech are antithetical to a free and open society

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2
as in limitations
the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries electronic monitoring bracelets are sometimes used to impose a circumscription of movement on people awaiting trial

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  1. restrictions
  2. limitations
  3. constraints
Noun
  • It can be complicated for small businesses to assess the constantly evolving world of trade regulations and to learn every detail about import and export rules, duties and taxes, packaging and goods restrictions, shipping routes and local delivery options.
    Greg Hewitt, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The eruv, as the perimeter is called, eases Orthodox Jewish residents' Shabbat restrictions.
    Sophie Carson, Journal Sentinel, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of restrictions
Noun
  • Without mandatory breast density notifications, many women were unaware of the limitations of mammograms in their specific cases.
    Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 4 Oct. 2024
  • The Employment Fairness Act also introduces new limitations on the types of criminal history information that can be considered.
    Alonzo Martinez, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of limitations
Noun
  • Turning Regulation Into Innovation Despite what common thinking would suggest, embracing constraints can actually help improve innovation and creativity.
    Kate Vitasek, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This knowledge sharing can help streamline work between partners, keeping both parties in sync with the vision, goals and constraints associated with the project.
    Kate Vitasek, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of constraints
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