Quota

usgb/ˈkwəʊtə/
noun

A limit on something that is set, usually by people in authority, such as the amount of a product that can be produced, or the number of people who can do something.

The country has exceeded its fishing quota for the year.
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  • exceed the quota
  • fulfill the quota
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Authority Set

Quotas are often established by those controlling a system, like governments or organizations.

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The council imposed a quota on water usage during the drought.
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Limit Exceeded

Once a quota is exceeded, there can be penalties or restrictions.

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Our factory faced fines after it exceeded the production quota.
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Subject to Change

Quotas can change based on prevailing needs or regulations.

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This year's harvest quota was lowered due to environmental concerns.
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