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ceiling

[see-ling] / ˈsi lɪŋ /


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"In moments where I feel that there isn't much that I can do, like lying in bed at night and staring at the ceiling... I know it's going to help me," she says.

From BBC Aug. 29, 2026

“That should place some ceiling on the long end and cap how far any renewed steepening can run, even if it does not mark the start of a sustained duration rally.”

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 24, 2026

The project also includes the restoration of the theater’s historic Art Deco features and auditorium ceiling mural, along with upgraded audio, visual and lighting systems as well as a broadcast room.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 24, 2026

Supermarket shelves stacked with products blackened from the fire were stacked up beneath a cratered ceiling and behind blown-out windows.

From Barron's Aug. 22, 2026

He began to drive the iron back and forth, the electric cord rasping against the hook it was strung through near the ceiling.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu

In "at-risk" schools where there is no suitable ventilation or where newer buildings have lower ceilings, there would be 75 days where the "comfortable 26C classroom temperature would be breached".

From BBC Aug. 22, 2026

The space came with a sunken bath tub, ornate ceilings and its own pool.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 19, 2026

Upon entering the home, guests are greeted with classic Hamptons charm and modern luxury, offering vaulted ceilings, five fireplaces, a sunken living room, formal dining room, and an expansive chef’s kitchen designed for entertaining.

From MarketWatch Aug. 4, 2026

The mall in the town of Kashima was apparently gutted by a gas explosion, a government source told the Kyodo news agency, collapsing ceilings and walls.

From Barron's Jul. 29, 2026

The church had one of those low, dropped ceilings with the fluorescent lights, which made the room feel instantly tight and obscenely bright.

From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx




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