high point

noun

: the best time or stage of something
Our trip to the museum was the high point of our vacation.
the high point of her career

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Playing a man who gets a little too excited at the Johnson’s pitch of shoes that don’t make a lot of noise, Gillis’ deliveries here are probably his high point of the night. — Charu Sinha, Vulture, 11 Oct. 2026 The Highlanders reached a high point in 2025, representing Fort Worth ISD in the area round. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026 It's been a rollercoaster season for Northside of Warner Robins, but the Eagles found a high point in a 25-24 upset win at Tift County tonight. — Jack Leo, AJC.com, 9 Oct. 2026 And with 6,000 acres of skiable terrain and a high point of 8,900 feet? — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for High Point

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“High Point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/High%20Point. Accessed 16 Oct. 2026.

Geographical Definition

city in north central North Carolina southwest of Greensboro

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