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Napoleonponapa Posted 17 years ago
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What is the difference of " limit" and "limitation" , ( intent and intention)

Dear all:

I am still confused about those words such " limit and limitation" and intent and intention"

eg.

A: Please stop cursing me , I have my

1) limits.

2) limitation.

Which one correct? why?

B: This assinged task is a huge responsibility , I don't think I can make it beucase

1) I have my limit

2) I have my limitation.

which one correct? why?

C: why did you forgo food? I really want to know your

1) intention

2) intent.

which one correct? why

I really appreciate your kind help. thanks
  

Top answer

I'm not sure there is always a bright line distinction between these words. Here is my understanding of their uses. napoleonponapa A: Please stop cursing me , I have my 1) limits.

— RayH

  • I'm not sure there is always a bright line distinction between these words.
  • Here is my understanding of their uses.
  • napoleonponapa A: Please stop cursing me , I have my 1) limits.
  • 2) limitation.
  • Limits.
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I'm not sure there is always a bright line distinction between these words. Here is my understanding of their uses.
napoleonponapaA: Please stop cursing me , I have my

1) limits.

2) limitation.
Limits.
The person is saying he has a point beyond which he will not tolerate being cursed.
napoleonponapaB:
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