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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
Flowers cut at high noon are likely stressed and will not survive as long in a vase.
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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
The song refracts like a prism at high noon, filled with stuttering blips that shapeshift at each turn.
—Pitchfork, 5 Dec. 2024
The key point is that at high noon, the two would meet on Main Street, and following a tense stare-down, the sheriff would take out the bad guy, ensuring the town lived happily ever after.
—Hod Fleishman, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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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
The song refracts like a prism at high noon, filled with stuttering blips that shapeshift at each turn.
—Pitchfork, 5 Dec. 2024
The key point is that at high noon, the two would meet on Main Street, and following a tense stare-down, the sheriff would take out the bad guy, ensuring the town lived happily ever after.
—Hod Fleishman, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for high noon
Noun
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But special moments in special seasons bloom when least expected, and Cooper smiled in the face of the impossible.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The plant can put on eight feet of growth in a single year and produces a plethora of six-inch-diameter blooms.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Döpfner nearly bought the FT in 2015, before losing it to Nikkei, and took a controlling stake in Business Insider — at the top of the new media market — for $343 million.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Liquid measuring cups have space at the top to prevent overflowing as well as a spout for easy pouring.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The drop happened around noon ET with an hour countdown appearing ahead of time.—
Bryan West,
Nashville Tennessean,
7 Nov. 2025
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The celebration includes a traditional, live performance of the National Anthem at noon.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
6 Nov. 2025
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Davis, 31, is in his prime, and has a record of 30-0-1.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Nov. 2025
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What was once dismissed as a slow-burn subtropical capital now feels dynamic and self-assured—a city in its prime.—
Alli Forde,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
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After tumbling from a 50-foot height, Dan Aykroyd walked away convinced that a higher power had caught him.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
8 Nov. 2025
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Their mom, Alyssa Crawford, shared two images of herself with her daughter Violet, with text alluding to the 4-year-old’s height being smaller than her peers.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Thursday, the Fantasy 5 midday draw numbers — 14, 20, 21, 24 and 26 — were chosen by a player at the Publix at Tamiami Trail Shops, 13850 SW Eighth St.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Beat Afternoon Hunger Chia seeds make a satisfying midday snack when hunger hits.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Repotting is a necessary step in its care to encourage healthy growth and regular blooming.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
5 Nov. 2025
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In Möbius strip fashion, Gein grows obsessed with crime — and the toxic blooming of his obsession into murder goes on to enthrall the world.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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Trump, 79, asked Lula, 80, leaning forward, referring to the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the pinnacle of mixed martial arts.—
Ron Kampeas,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Nov. 2025
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This popular necklace style is the pinnacle of any jewelry collection and a versatile and timeless design that pairs well with anything from the ultra-casual athleisure looks to formal dresses and pantsuits.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
5 Nov. 2025
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“High noon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/high%20noon. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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