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Recent Examples of high-rise
The jeans’ gap-proof waistband, stomach-smoothing technology, high-rise fit perfect for layering over bodysuits, and chic black hue.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
And because local zoning laws limit high-rise development, ocean views will always be front and center.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
This pair from Universal Thread has a high-rise and relaxed fit throughout the leg.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
In 1993 it was declared a historic landmark by the City and County of Denver’s Preservation Commission, which has helped anchor it to Grant Street even as other historic buildings have fallen around it, some replaced with apartment high-rises.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
And because local zoning laws limit high-rise development, ocean views will always be front and center.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2025
This pair from Universal Thread has a high-rise and relaxed fit throughout the leg.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
In 1993 it was declared a historic landmark by the City and County of Denver’s Preservation Commission, which has helped anchor it to Grant Street even as other historic buildings have fallen around it, some replaced with apartment high-rises.
—John Wenzel, Denver Post, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for high-rise
Adjective
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Just like pure, statuesque, immortal goddess talking to us about the trenches with such grace.—
James Factora,
Them.,
21 Oct. 2025
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Our guide was statuesque Holly Haynick-Dean, a friendly 26-year-old brunette with a degree in fine arts and a lifelong desire to dance.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
1 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Keep a distance from tall, solitary trees or other elevated structures.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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Kirkpatrick informed the Kowalskis that those suffering from CRPS often show elevated levels of glutamate, an amino acid, which can be inhibited by ketamine infusions.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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People who watch this film will leave feeling uplifted and motivated.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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When hundreds of companies each contribute in small, daily ways, entire schools get built, children are educated, forests are protected, and communities are uplifted.—
Christopher Marquis,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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“High-rise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/high-rise. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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