hit the ceiling
Example Sentences
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"There are benefits to a strike day, but they are ultimately limited before you hit the ceiling of other pressures from outside the trust," said one senior hospital manager.
From BBC ● Apr. 13, 2026
Miller reportedly hit the ceiling, furious that arrests aren't widespread and indiscriminate.
From Salon ● Jun. 11, 2025
“Several people” hit the ceiling of the plane, he added, including a woman in his row.
From New York Times ● Jul. 13, 2023
“If there’s not going to be a nurturing source that gives and gives and gives, it’s going to hit the ceiling of its premise. And that is not possible for this play.”
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 19, 2022
Frank almost hit the ceiling when Hazel put a hand on his arm.
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
