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a glass ceiling

the opinions of people in a company which prevent women from getting such important positions as men. The problem for women in broadcasting is the glass ceiling. Women rise but not to the top.

See also: glass

hit the ceiling/roof (informal)

to become very angry and start shouting. If I'm late again he'll hit the roof.

See also: hit, roof

hit the ceiling

See: hit the roof

See also: hit

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