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    Expressing "to restrict" with 限制 (xiànzhì)

    Negation
    Obligation & Necessity

    Structure

    限制 + Object

    Explanation

    The verb 限制 (xiànzhì) means "to restrict," "to limit," or "to constrain" and describes placing boundaries or controls on something. It is commonly used in formal and official contexts such as policies, regulations, and news reports. It can also function as a noun meaning "restriction."

    Examples

    • 这个公园限制每天的游客数量。

      Zhège gōngyuán xiànzhì měi tiān de yóukè shùliàng.

      This park limits the number of visitors per day.

    • 医生限制他每天只能吃一点盐。

      Yīshēng xiànzhì tā měi tiān zhǐ néng chī yīdiǎn yán.

      The doctor restricted him to only eating a little salt each day.

    • 公司对员工的上网时间有严格的限制。

      Gōngsī duì yuángōng de shàngwǎng shíjiān yǒu yángé de xiànzhì.

      The company has strict limits on employees' internet usage time.

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