hit the ceiling
Example Sentences
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Miller reportedly hit the ceiling, furious that arrests aren't widespread and indiscriminate.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2025
“Within an instant, they hit the ceiling of the cabin and dropped right back onto the floor.”
From New York Times • May 22, 2024
Once, as he was boiling eggs, they exploded and hit the ceiling.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2024
After the fire hit the ceiling, I don't think it was ok.
From Reuters • Dec. 30, 2022
Calvin says, “I think we’ll hit the ceiling boards about five feet down. Maybe six. We have to keep the hole super perfect, Mason. We want the Sonotube to fit tight.”
From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor
