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Formation
N2LimitationNeutralConversation
Meaning
Used to express a strong belief that a particular person or thing would definitely not do something. It highlights an exception based on deep trust or typical behavior.
Note
Almost always used with negative expressions like '~nai hazu ga nai' or '~nai deshou' to emphasize confidence in someone's character.
Examples
彼に限って、そんな嘘をつくはずがない。
He, of all people, would never tell a lie like that.
うちの犬に限って、人を噛むことは絶対にありません。
Our dog, of all dogs, would never bite anyone.
あの人に限って、約束を破るようなことはしないでしょう。
He, of all people, wouldn't do something like break a promise.