below the speed limit

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at a speed less than the allowed limit

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Examples (10)

  • She prefers to drive below the speed limit when the weather is bad.
  • The car was traveling significantly below the speed limit, causing a tailback.
  • It's generally safer to stay below the speed limit in residential areas.
  • Although the road was clear, he kept his speed below the speed limit.
  • New drivers are often advised to drive slightly below the speed limit until they gain confidence.
  • The truck, heavily loaded, struggled to maintain speed and stayed below the speed limit.
  • Police rarely ticket drivers for going below the speed limit, unless it's dangerously slow.
  • During heavy fog, all vehicles should operate well below the speed limit.
  • Some drivers consciously choose to drive below the speed limit to save fuel.
  • The sign indicates that you must not exceed the posted limit, but driving below the speed limit is fine.