as in enthusiastically
in an enthusiastic manner
some reviewers had praised the movie sky-high, but we thought that it was just a so-so comedy
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Recent Examples of sky-high
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2026
Still, with investors piling into the stock, expectations are sky-high.
—Ari Levy, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2025
Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
Gen Zers jaded by sky-high tuition costs and workers wanting to ditch their unfulfilling desk jobs are turning to blue-collar jobs as their next professional adventure.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
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Adverb
The Cabrera buzz follows offseason speculation that the Mets and Yankees would be candidates to trade for Marlins ace Sandy Alcántara, though that asking price is considered to be sky-high.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2026
Still, with investors piling into the stock, expectations are sky-high.
—Ari Levy, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2025
Adjective
Almost an arched floor lamp, the angular appearance offers a similar level of overhead lighting without the need for sky-high ceilings or a hardwired fixture.
—Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 27 Feb. 2026
Gen Zers jaded by sky-high tuition costs and workers wanting to ditch their unfulfilling desk jobs are turning to blue-collar jobs as their next professional adventure.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 26 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sky-high
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When—and why—laughter works In the study, Sezer and her colleagues ran six experiments involving more than 3,000 participants who read about other people’s embarrassing mishaps, like dramatically knocking over a glass in a restaurant or enthusiastically waving at the wrong person.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
27 Feb. 2026
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The problem with polls The consensus view among observers is that a small minority of Russians oppose the war, a slightly larger minority enthusiastically support the war, and the majority passively go along with what the state is doing.—
Elizaveta Gaufman,
The Conversation,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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If convicted of all counts, Childers faces a maximum sentence of eight years and eight months in state prison and one year in county jail.—
Andrea Klick,
Oc Register,
3 Mar. 2026
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More importantly, that is merely the average salary, which will be heavily influenced by the newly lucrative maximum contracts.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Despite extreme market volatility last year – especially in the spring of 2025 – the average 401(k) balance rose by 11% to $146,100, according to new data from Fidelity Investments, which analyzed nearly 25 million accounts.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Hypersonic systems must endure extreme heat and stress.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Of utmost importance is discretion and prioritizing de-escalation when encountering these situations.—
Chierstin Roth,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Of utmost importance, our schools, staff and children must remain safe from both mental and physical anguish.—
Tony Lux,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The Four Seasons Resort Vail was built to impress, a towering structure of peaked roofs, floor-to-ceiling windows, and balconies that face the snowy slopes of Vail mountain.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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Vintage wooden classroom chairs hang from the high peaked ceiling.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Thomas will see increased game reps throughout the spring.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
21 Feb. 2026
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Some conditions may pose an increased risk, such as a recent heart attack, so check with a healthcare professional before starting to use a sauna.—
Ashley Olivine,
Verywell Health,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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However, meeting with Love will break that trend as Dallas takes an up-close look at one of the top backfield weapons to come out in recent years.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Feb. 2026
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That includes Bosch cornering ABS, traction control, Road and Sport riding modes, power modes, and an up/down quickshifter.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Accessibility The Dean is acutely aware of accessibility needs and ensures every guest feels welcome through its partnership with Mobility Mogo, providing full transparency on accessibility features, complete with measurements and photos.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Mercury retrograde in Pisces will be in full gear during the eclipse, resulting in uncertainty and extreme emotions.—
Lisa Stardust,
Vogue,
2 Mar. 2026
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“Sky-high.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sky-high. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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