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ceiling

[see-ling] / ˈsi lɪŋ /


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The Class Ceiling review, which surveyed people mainly based in or from Greater Manchester, said: "Britain's creative industries shape how the country sees itself."

From BBC • Jan. 26, 2026

On Saturday, he won his first $1 million race, the Grade 1 Cotillion at Parx near Philadelphia, riding Ceiling Crusher over a very sloppy track.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 28, 2023

Following the diminutive Japanese woman around the gallery, he happened upon a ladder, above which hung Ono's "Ceiling Painting."

From Salon • Feb. 18, 2023

Ceiling panels, maybe a carpet, getting the volume right — not so loud, but not quiet, either — is next, he says and laughs.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 8, 2022

Ceiling I don't even know how to start.

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie




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