Cap and Widen

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Cap verb - To set bounds or an upper limit for.

Usage example: the senator will propose a bill to cap prices for home heating oil

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Widen is an antonym for cap.

Nearby Words: caps, capped, capping

Widen verb - Extend in scope or range or area.

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Cap is an antonym for widen.

Nearby Word: widening

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