in high places

idiom

: in a position of power and influence
He has friends in high places.

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The onscreen tension between Elba and Chopra Jonas is subtle, yet palpable, and sends a good message that strong men and women who appear to be in high places, such as political office or even special ops, desire a real love, too. Lynnette Nicholas, Essence, 3 July 2025 First, as Venus slips into Taurus and your 10th house of authority and publicity, love could blossom in professional settings or through people in high places. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 June 2025 Tolerating low standards Low standards in high places undermine everything. Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025 In reality, the Filipino public is also becoming impatient with the drama in high places, Atienza said. Kathleen Magramo, CNN Money, 17 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for in high places

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“In high places.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20high%20places. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.

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