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adverb

ˈskī-ˈhī How to pronounce sky-high (audio)
Definition of sky-highnext
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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sky-high

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adjective

as in maximum

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Recent Examples of sky-high
Adverb
The 2026 Toyota Corolla starts at $23,125, which is music to the ears of drivers who are trying to dodge sky-high new car prices. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 14 July 2026 Elydé Arroyo remembers the Barrio Logan of 35 years ago, before sky-high rents pushed out many families and small businesses. — Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 July 2026
Adjective
Outrage quickly ensued as Angelenos encountered both technical difficulties and sky-high prices for even non-marquee events, with many lower-bowl seats going for multiple hundreds of dollars and in some cases, thousands. — Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 13 Apr. 2026 Mexico’s success in taming sky-high murder rates has sparked widespread acclaim of the country’s security minister, boosting his standing as a presidential frontrunner. — Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 13 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sky-high
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sky-high
  1. enthusiastically
  2. maximum
  3. extreme
  4. utmost
  5. peaked
  6. increased
  7. up
  8. full
Adverb
  • But more recently, they have been enthusiastically adopted by the longevity community.
    — Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Mamdani enthusiastically supported an earlier, more costly version of the bill on the campaign trail, but has since changed his tune in office.
    — Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 16 July 2026
Definition of enthusiastically
Adjective
  • In general, budget around four to six weeks maximum of disruption, even with the most major procedures like body lifts.
    — The Editors, Robb Report, 19 July 2026
  • In a press kit released before the flight, the company said its primary objective for the launch was to complete a successful liftoff, clear the the tower at the launch site, and gather maximum data during ascent.
    — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 19 July 2026
Definition of maximum
Adjective
  • His talent was extreme, but his introverted personality seemed at times to inhibit him on the World Cup stage, where the burden of trying to deliver glory for his country — as Maradona did so memorably in 1986 — weighed so heavily on his shoulders.
    — Oliver Kay, New York Times, 19 July 2026
  • No one knows all the factors behind the population’s recent boom, although researchers point to recent extreme weather events and climate change, perhaps compounded with a rise in shipping traffic over recent decades.
    — Kasha Patel, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Definition of extreme
Adjective
  • Faivre’s utmost goal was changing the villa’s large, austere spaces into welcoming living areas—all while still respecting the building’s original, Brutalist vision.
    — Annabelle Dufraigne, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026
  • Every day, we are honored to tell America’s stories and hold that responsibility with the utmost regard, respect, and fidelity.
    — Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of utmost
Adjective
  • In total, there are three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with the primary bedroom featuring soaring, peaked ceilings.
    — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 26 May 2026
  • First, egg whites are whisked carefully to make a stiff-peaked meringue.
    — Amber Love Bond, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2026
Definition of peaked
Adjective
  • Ivan Toney, who plays in the Saudi league, and Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins could also get increased minutes.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 17 July 2026
  • Aim for increased fans and continuous air movement four times an hour if in a limited area.
    — Stella Canino-Quiñones, Washington Post, 17 July 2026
Definition of increased
Adjective
  • The flat, accessible boardwalk runs in a quarter-mile loop along the sand, giving you an up-close look at this unique biome.
    — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026
  • And the public will get an up-close-and-personal look at those conversations—and maybe a few lighthearted games that capture the competitive spirit of the TIME100 Sports attendees—through a livestream.
    — Chantelle Lee, Time, 10 July 2026
Definition of up
Adjective
  • My full start-time and ring-walk breakdown has the finer timing.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 24 July 2026
  • All are one- or two-bedroom units—including three penthouses—that have soundproofed interiors, airy sitting spaces, and full kitchens.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 July 2026
Definition of full

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“Sky-high.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sky-high. Accessed 25 Jul. 2026.

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