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glass ˈceil·ing N

to hit a glass ceiling

an die Grenzen stoßen

Examples from the PONS Dictionary (editorially verified)

to hit a glass ceiling

an die Grenzen stoßen

to break through the highest glass ceiling fig

die letzte Hürde nehmen

Monolingual examples (not verified by PONS Editors)

English

The inequality effects of the glass ceiling are more prevalent within higher-powered or higher income occupations, with fewer women holding these types of occupations. en.wikipedia.org

Women tend to experience a glass ceiling effect when taking on leadership positions. en.wikipedia.org

Its twin towers are joined by a spacious lobby with a curved glass ceiling that by day lights up the entire space. en.wikipedia.org

This spring fed a greenhouse with a glass ceiling. en.wikipedia.org

Distinguishing elements of the building include a glass ceiling and polished granite interior walls. en.wikipedia.org

Just as they reach the middle of the bridge, the glass ceiling above them shatters. en.wikipedia.org

A de facto glass ceiling exists, restricting the promotion of women. en.wikipedia.org

Women tend to experience a glass ceiling, an invisible barrier that prevents them from moving up the corporate ladder. en.wikipedia.org

She encountered a glass ceiling, and ended the show by marrying a plumber rather than a rich businessman. en.wikipedia.org

Inside, the building had marble and brass finish, three levels of shop corridors and an iron and glass ceiling. en.wikipedia.org

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