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as in tall
extending to a great distance upward
as the highest mountain in the world, Mount Everest is mountaineering's holy grail
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as in increased
being at a higher level than average
gasoline prices are high right now a high fever people with high incomes
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as in elevated
located at a greater height than average or usual
an eagle's nest high on the cliff an old house with high ceilings
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as in higher
being far along in development
a cabal of self-proclaimed Luddites who argued that the evils of high technology far outweighed its virtues
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as in drunk
being under the influence of alcohol
not only has he never been high, he has never even tasted alcohol
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as in expensive
commanding a large price
the concert tickets weren't cheap—you don't even want to know how high they were
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as in great
having, characterized by, or arising from a dignified and generous nature
she had the highest intentions, but her "help" turned out to be a disaster
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as in top
highest in rank or authority
high government officials lord high executioner
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as in ripped
being under the influence of a recreational drug
he's clean now, but when he was younger he used to get high every day
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as in ecstasy
a state of overwhelming usually pleasurable emotion
it took days for the high of the World Series win to wear off
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as in large
in a luxurious manner
after he had won the lottery Philip lived pretty high—until all the money was gone
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Recent Examples of high
Boyce Upholt, New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2026
Nationally, visits were high, at 323 million, but down a couple of percentage points from the record set in 2024, according to a park service press release.
—Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
San Diego’s daytime high will be 85 on Monday, 87 on Tuesday, 88 on Wednesday, 89 on Thursday and Friday, and 86 on Saturday.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
But the Dow has dropped more than 5% since its latest record high on February 10, as investors worry about global oil flows because of the war.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 12 Mar. 2026
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Adjective
For now, King retains his longtime employees, who, in the wake of the lawsuits and investigations, receive higher wages.
—Boyce Upholt, New Yorker, 14 Mar. 2026
Nationally, visits were high, at 323 million, but down a couple of percentage points from the record set in 2024, according to a park service press release.
—Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
As of mid-March, the lake's surface stood at 3,529 feet above sea level, down from 3,587 feet in 2024, its most recent high.
—Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
San Diego’s daytime high will be 85 on Monday, 87 on Tuesday, 88 on Wednesday, 89 on Thursday and Friday, and 86 on Saturday.
—Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Adverb
Dinners rotate three times a week, switching between a Utah BBQ with ribs piled high, an authentic Mexican tasting menu, and Korean dishes.
—Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2026
But the Dow has dropped more than 5% since its latest record high on February 10, as investors worry about global oil flows because of the war.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for high
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Lately, my anxiety has been keeping me up at night, scaring me away from windows, crowded places, public transportation and tall buildings, and causing excessive overthinking.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
18 Mar. 2026
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The 13-foot-tall, 13-foot-wide (four-meter) cylinder uses ultra-pure lead to block gamma rays and high-density polyethylene to absorb neutrons.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
18 Mar. 2026
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The weather service said an increased — albeit much lower — risk stretched north to a portion of New York and south to northern Florida.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
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Studies have linked using antibiotics to inflammatory bowel disease and cardiovascular disease, as well as an increased risk of Clostridioides difficile infection.—
Lori Youmshajekian,
Scientific American,
11 Mar. 2026
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Keep a distance from tall, isolated trees or other elevated objects.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Mar. 2026
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Overall, these rooms are more like mini apartments; each with a full-size fridge, microwave, and cooking utensils and facilities, which signal the hotel’s basis of homey yet elevated interior design.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Mar. 2026
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During one of the shootings, Sheriff Shittu, a 30-year-old aspiring fashion designer, was fatally shot in the head after a tussle with a drunk patron who had groped his girlfriend earlier in the night.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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Authorities alleged Lipscomb, who was drunk, belligerent and profane, came over next door to yell at the lawn care crew, including Starks, who were cutting the grass.—
Meredith Colias-Pete,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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Despite being strapped financially, Ruben gets addicted to the expensive process of injections, falling for a number of venomous right-wing podcasts about claiming one’s manhood.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2026
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Fuel surcharges will also rise — as shipping companies aim to pass along higher costs to their customers, ultimately making goods more expensive.—
Cathy Bussewitz,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
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With various pockets for groups to catch up and a secret bookcase that leads to a private room, Darby Winery is a great option for both excellent wines and unique design.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026
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The settings feature 12 different temperatures backed by infared technology to fit any styling mood (the lower temperatures are great for creating waves without completely frying off your hair).—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
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Ukraine’s top sanctions adviser is worried the mountain of restrictions piled against Russia’s oil and gas industry since 2022 is close to crumbling under the weight of soaring global oil prices.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
19 Mar. 2026
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For example, Korean blushes are quickly claiming top spots in my rotation, along with shimmery eye shadows and glitter liners that add just the right amount of everyday sparkle.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
19 Mar. 2026
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Brushes, pens and pencils lie next to the ripped cuffs of cotton workshirts, and drops of blue and white paint are splattered on the floor, extending the artwork beyond the wall.—
Leigh-Ann Jackson,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Feb. 2026
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The dirt didn’t look different to her: no holes, no ripped piece of lawn, but was there something growing in the mud glop?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Jan. 2026
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“High.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/high. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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