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as in limit
a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go
there's a ceiling on prices
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Recent Examples of ceiling
The indoor half basketball court, complete with a three-point line and barreled ceilings overhead, is complemented by a full gym and steam room.
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Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
24 June 2026
Carr felt like a good post-lottery bet to take somewhere in the first round, with some ceiling to be a legitimate starter at the two guard position or as a microwave sixth man if the frame comes together.
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John Hollinger,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Self characterized Peterson as a player whose ceiling is an eight-time NBA All-Star over the next 10 seasons.
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Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
The things his designs always had in common, however, were plenty of natural light, high ceilings, curved staircases, and a breakfast room that faced the morning sun.
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Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
24 June 2026
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Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
24 June 2026
Carr felt like a good post-lottery bet to take somewhere in the first round, with some ceiling to be a legitimate starter at the two guard position or as a microwave sixth man if the frame comes together.
—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Self characterized Peterson as a player whose ceiling is an eight-time NBA All-Star over the next 10 seasons.
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Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
The things his designs always had in common, however, were plenty of natural light, high ceilings, curved staircases, and a breakfast room that faced the morning sun.
—
Elise Taylor,
Vanity Fair,
24 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ceiling
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At the same time, the city's latest Point-in-Time count found homelessness within Sacramento city limits has declined.
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Everyday businesses most at risk To counter the threat, businesses and leaders should invest in cyber defenses, upgrade old systems or patch faulty software, and limit who has access to critical systems, the Five Eyes leaders said.
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The company leases the roof to a third-party solar company that operates and maintains the solar array.
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Two roofs collapsed at the Park Place Apartments in the town of Newburgh, trapping a woman who had to be rescued by emergency officials, Wilder said.
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But the industry groups are still arguing that film credits should be entirely exempt from the new limitations, as they have already been accounted for and approved by the Legislature through 2030.
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Sometimes our limitations arrive uninvited.
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The city says this summer, construction will begin on the rehabilitation of the Blue Line station canopy.
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Are canopies and awnings the same thing?
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The celebration began at noon at Hastings High School, featuring an inaugural flag ceremony including the flags of the sovereign nations within Minnesota's state boundaries, and a performance by the Little Horse Singers drum group.
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Instead of advocating for an all-or-nothing digital detox, Nicolaou recommends creating healthier boundaries that help people stay connected without feeling constantly consumed by their screens.
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Just remember, tents do not offer protection from lightning.
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Case in point with virtual story times with Big City Readers; a bedtime book cart, their Little Legends Scavenger Hunt, and themed guest room packages (complete with an in-room tent).
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By spinning off its freight unit, the remaining FedEx is focused on parcel and logistics services, while emphasizing higher-margin end markets.
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England won five corners in the additional 6 minutes at the end.
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“Ceiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ceiling. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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