What is the answer to "Hit the ceiling" in the NYT Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Crossword clue "Hit the ceiling" is ERUPT (5 letters).

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Hit the ceiling NYT Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the October 31, 2025 puzzle

Stuck on “Hit the ceiling” from the New York Times Crossword? Here is the verified answer:

Answer

ERUPT

5 letters · Down · last seen October 31, 2025