ceiling

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This limitation is due to a long-standing "physical ceiling" that has been difficult to overcome.

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

The Chinese aluminum industry is reaching a capacity ceiling and might be unable to meet higher demand, the analysts say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

The stage retains the sweeping, curved proscenium that has defined the Dolby Theatre era, suggesting a similar visual approach at a larger scale, with expanded screen space and a more immersive ceiling design.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

That 6,800 floor, having held for so long, may now prove to be an equally resistant ceiling, chartists warned.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

Dirt fell from the ceiling as she tugged the slender glass tube free from the gnarly hand jutting out from the ceiling.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova