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glass ceiling

[glas see-ling] / ˈglæs ˈsi lɪŋ /
NOUN
prevention from advancement
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"There is a real glass ceiling in large cities," added Blanche Leridon, director of French studies at the Paris-based Institut Montaigne.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

“Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano are the two most formative figures in the history of women’s MMA; they are the icons who shattered the glass ceiling and helped build the foundation this sport stands on.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

"It is really important in a sport that is permanently trying to attract more women that they enter a sport believing there is no biological glass ceiling," said Lord Coe at the time.

From BBC • Aug. 31, 2025

Might she venture to break through Sacramento’s ultimate glass ceiling?

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2024

Directly beneath the glass ceiling is a heated turquoise pool, perfectly square and ready to be jumped into.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu



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