glass ceiling
Example Sentences
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He praised her "breadth of knowledge and passion" and called her "the ultimate breaker of the glass ceiling", adding: "She will be greatly missed and my sincere thoughts are with her family."
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
“There is still a glass ceiling ... I’m excited about new future where you don’t have to have done the job already to do it. All you need is the right support.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2026
It is a testament to Cyborg's character that - despite all the challenges and opponents she has overcome - her proudest moment is the fight she won against the glass ceiling.
From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026
“We take the approach of meeting kids where they are, and then also not creating a glass ceiling for them,” Chacon said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
It takes my breath away; for a second I think we’re flying, like the driver made a mistake and we’re bursting out of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory’s glass ceiling.
From "Better Nate Than Ever" by Tim Federle
