brass ceiling: meaning & examples

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Language: English

Meanings:

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    UKUSWorldwideformalfigurativecritical
    • A rigid or entrenched institutional, cultural, or structural barrier that prevents certain individuals or groups from advancing to higher positions or achieving greater status.

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    • Despite her qualifications, Mary struggled to break through the brass ceiling that limited women's advancement in the company.

      A pesar de sus calificaciones, Mary luchó por superar el techo de latón que limitaba el ascenso de las mujeres en la empresa.

    • The brass ceiling in the military has prevented many capable officers from reaching the highest ranks.

      El techo de latón en el ejército ha impedido que muchos oficiales capaces lleguen a los rangos más altos.

    • It is frustrating how the brass ceiling still exists in so many industries, blocking minorities from leadership roles.

      Es frustrante cómo el techo de latón aún existe en tantas industrias, bloqueando a las minorías de los roles de liderazgo.

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