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as in bloom
a state or time of great activity, thriving, or achievement
the high noon of the whaling industry occurred in the first half of the 19th century
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as in top
the highest part or point
the exhibition showcased works painted at the high noon of French Impressionism
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Recent Examples of high noon
Trump’s second Administration marks the high noon of the emergency Presidency.
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Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025
Attendees can expect a dynamic lineup of speakers, musicians, and vendors, all converging on the Diag at high noon to partake in this storied tradition.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025
Flowers cut at high noon are likely stressed and will not survive as long in a vase.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
The final day of racing at Irwindale Speedway was both a party and a wake, one that began just after high noon Saturday and ended just before Sunday started.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 28 Apr. 2025
Attendees can expect a dynamic lineup of speakers, musicians, and vendors, all converging on the Diag at high noon to partake in this storied tradition.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2025
Flowers cut at high noon are likely stressed and will not survive as long in a vase.
—Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025
The final day of racing at Irwindale Speedway was both a party and a wake, one that began just after high noon Saturday and ended just before Sunday started.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for high noon
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Woody plants that bloom on old wood should not be cut back in the fall.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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Once the old blooms are removed, place the plant in a warm, bright location and water it regularly throughout the spring and summer.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
11 Jan. 2026
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At the top, very little stays hidden.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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JPMorgan downgraded Southern Copper to sell from hold, calling the top in the stock relative to the price of copper.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
23 Jan. 2026
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The Ferguson Police Department responded to a 911 call just before noon Wednesday reporting shots fired at the Cotten-Branch funeral home.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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On-Demand Rideshare will operate normally in all service areas beginning at noon.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Jan. 2026
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The Braves have gathered a bevy of fascinating young pitchers, several of them appearing prime for breakout years.—
Gabriel Burns,
AJC.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Extending the life of an octogenarian does not have the same social impact as saving a young person in the prime of life or a child with decades of productive years ahead.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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These slip-on sneakers feature a sleek leather upper and subtle platform outsoles that add a bit of height while helping ease heel pain associated with plantar fasciitis or Achilles tendonitis.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
29 Jan. 2026
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Daytime temperatures are also forecast to return to more seasonable heights pretty quickly, with a high of 55 degrees by Monday.—
Julia James,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Flights are scheduled for Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, with early morning departures from Abu Dhabi and return flights scheduled for midday.—
Chase Jordan
January 28,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Jan. 2026
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Park Superintendent Dave Roemer told members of a local Chamber of Commerce meeting that the reservation system did succeed in reducing midday traffic but created a safety issue, as the park saw an increase in early-morning traffic.—
Graham Averill,
Outside,
28 Jan. 2026
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Forcing dormancy for eight to 10 weeks in a cool, dry location prior to blooming is also essential.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
14 Jan. 2026
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Fertilizer These plants benefit from a gentle houseplant fertilizer during active growth or blooming.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
7 Jan. 2026
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And yet, for the past 20 years, Ruzsa’s result has represented the pinnacle of progress on Chowla’s cosine problem.—
Leila Sloman,
Quanta Magazine,
28 Jan. 2026
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The broadcast hit its pinnacle when the announcers moved aside and showed Honnold making his way up the building.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
27 Jan. 2026
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“High noon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/high%20noon. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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