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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 vintage swim trunks were a gift from a friend who found them at a thrift store, and were also hung with picture chains from the ceiling to cover the unsightly gas meter.
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Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
High ceilings expose pipes and ducts painted black.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 4 Mar. 2026
In addition to what shows on the screen (and on sidewalls and the ceiling), the feature film runs also include tie-in food and beverage offerings as well as merchandise.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026
There are two loft-style bedrooms in this model, both with low ceilings and reached by removable ladders.
—Adam Williams
march 04, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
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Ashley Poskin, Martha Stewart, 4 Mar. 2026
High ceilings expose pipes and ducts painted black.
—Rob Stein, NPR, 4 Mar. 2026
In addition to what shows on the screen (and on sidewalls and the ceiling), the feature film runs also include tie-in food and beverage offerings as well as merchandise.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2026
There are two loft-style bedrooms in this model, both with low ceilings and reached by removable ladders.
—Adam Williams
march 04, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ceiling
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In 2023, the Senate attempted to require E-Verify for all businesses in SB 1718, but the final version of the bill set a limit of 25 employees, which is the law today.—
Ana Goñi-Lessan,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2026
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Set annually, this plan would essentially establish lower water limits for the lower-basin states.—
Outside,
Outside,
3 Mar. 2026
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Leaky roofs, lack of air conditioning, and other building issues have a huge impact on the quality of education for teachers and students.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Mar. 2026
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If that happens — and the market is currently betting against that scenario — gasoline prices could go through the roof.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
2 Mar. 2026
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For Iran, which faces both international sanctions and limitations on acquiring advanced weapons, that cost advantage is significant.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
5 Mar. 2026
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Among its limitations, the review could not determine whether certain forms of collagen work better than others or what the optimal regimen should be.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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He was seated under a canopy near an early-voting site, dressed in a Gold’s Gym T-shirt, urging voters to support a down-ballot Democratic candidate.—
Peter Slevin,
New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2026
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By trimming all trees within a geographic area at the same time, the program ensures consistent service across neighborhoods while protecting the long-term health of Chicago’s wonderful urban tree canopy.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
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Bear in mind, a tent does not protect you from lightning.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Mar. 2026
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During that period, sales taxes would be lifted on select outdoor gear, including tents priced under $200 and fishing rods priced at $75 or less, along with firearms, ammunition, bows and crossbows.—
CBS Miami Team,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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Congressional district maps were redrawn in 2023, creating new boundaries for the 8th District that heavily favor Republicans.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
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Egged on by the president, Republicans had redrawn congressional boundaries in Texas and North Carolina.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
4 Mar. 2026
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In the end, Democratic voters appeared to side with Talarico’s argument that winning in Texas would require not only energizing the base but also persuading voters who have grown uncomfortable with Republican leadership.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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On the highest end of the balance spectrum, 665,000 accounts ended last year with balances of $1 million or more, up from 537,000 in 2024.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Ceiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ceiling. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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