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as in limits
a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go
there's a ceiling on prices
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as in roofs
a raised covering over something for decoration or protection
we sat around the campfire under a ceiling of stars
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Recent Examples of ceilings
The Carroll Gardens home retains many of its original bones, from high ceilings to tall sash windows to period moldings, while layering in vibrant floral and animal-print patterns, textured finishes, and contemporary fixtures.
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Mark David, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
At the bottom was a cellar consisting of three brick tunnels with low barrelled ceilings, measuring no more than about fifty feet by thirty, that today would be instantly condemned as a multi-deathtrap.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2026
Starting at 600 square feet, the one-bedroom suite features 10-foot ceilings, an open kitchen with stainless appliances and a granite breakfast bar, and a bedroom and bathroom with luxe furnishings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 June 2026
Yurts are circular structures with fabric walls and ceilings that are designed to be portable.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 18 June 2026
Upstairs, a spacious primary suite comes with high ceilings, a spa and a dedicated office.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
The water behind walls, ceilings, and floors—drain backups that can impact multiple units.
—Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Talbot said the silk ceilings and walls in the content room tie the store back to its top-performing silk dresses, while custom tiger and leopard fabrics were inspired by some of Réalisation’s signature prints.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
What’s more, the lack of rototoms emphasizes YHWH’s link to dub, particularly in the way sounds are always ricocheting off one another, as if locked in a room with very low ceilings.
—Grayson Haver Currin, Pitchfork, 11 June 2026
Mark David, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
At the bottom was a cellar consisting of three brick tunnels with low barrelled ceilings, measuring no more than about fifty feet by thirty, that today would be instantly condemned as a multi-deathtrap.
—Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2026
Starting at 600 square feet, the one-bedroom suite features 10-foot ceilings, an open kitchen with stainless appliances and a granite breakfast bar, and a bedroom and bathroom with luxe furnishings.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 June 2026
Yurts are circular structures with fabric walls and ceilings that are designed to be portable.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 18 June 2026
Upstairs, a spacious primary suite comes with high ceilings, a spa and a dedicated office.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026
The water behind walls, ceilings, and floors—drain backups that can impact multiple units.
—Marissa Sulek, CBS News, 18 June 2026
Talbot said the silk ceilings and walls in the content room tie the store back to its top-performing silk dresses, while custom tiger and leopard fabrics were inspired by some of Réalisation’s signature prints.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 11 June 2026
What’s more, the lack of rototoms emphasizes YHWH’s link to dub, particularly in the way sounds are always ricocheting off one another, as if locked in a room with very low ceilings.
—Grayson Haver Currin, Pitchfork, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ceilings
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While many countries have limits on immigration, none has ever voted to limit its population, Swiss experts say.—
Jamey Keaten,
Los Angeles Times,
15 June 2026
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Villanova would toss the Owls aside by 20 for its 22nd consecutive win against their Philly opponents, a walkover victory that barely moved the needle anywhere outside of the city limits.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Wind could damage roofs, siding and trees.—
John Tufts,
IndyStar,
18 June 2026
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Charlotte Amalie rises in tiers of red roofs and old stone, a waterfront that looks part Baltic, part tropical.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
17 June 2026
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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.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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In recent years, the courts have been ripping apart the NCAA rule book, prohibiting the organization from imposing limitations on transferring, and allowing players to return to college play after having gone pro.—
Jemele Hill,
The Atlantic,
19 June 2026
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Ben Tutt, a warhead modeler turned parachute designer, has never jumped out of an airplane to see if the nylon canopies attached to cords and a body harness really work.—
Pat Maio,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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When planting, space them farther apart, prune the branches so there’s space between the canopies, or plant a lone tree that’s hard to access.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
28 May 2026
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The key is balancing advocacy, boundaries, communication and self-care.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
15 June 2026
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There are incumbent representatives who are running in districts with new boundaries.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2026
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Amid canvas tents and retro campers, the large dining room serves craft cocktails and juicy steaks sourced from the Malarkey family ranch.—
Sierra Vandervort,
Travel + Leisure,
20 June 2026
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Remember, tents do not shield you from lightning.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
19 June 2026
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“Ceilings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ceilings. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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