glass ceiling
Example Sentences
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But in Sacramento, within the governor’s suite, California’s highest glass ceiling remains firmly intact.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 3, 2026
But to many, Ley's glass ceiling looked an awful lot like a "glass cliff", and it felt like it was only a matter of time before she lost her grip and slipped off it.
From BBC ● Feb. 12, 2026
The 48-year-old has plenty to ponder on whether he has hit a glass ceiling on Tyneside.
From Barron's ● Feb. 8, 2026
“We are starting to see the glass ceiling crack,” said Limón.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 4, 2026
Dutchy is standing in the middle, looking up at the sky through that glass ceiling, and then he takes off his cap and flings it into the air.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
