high

Example Sentences

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He has high standards and can be brisk in cutting off lawyers not up to snuff.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

“Pricing of a rate hike at the April meeting is now as high as 70%, and more than two rate hikes by year-end are priced in,” the rates strategist says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

That’s largely because of how high Gabriela was able to crank up the heat from the jump Sunday.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

"Right now, sales aren't great, but that's not to do with swine fever, it's because of other factors," he says, pointing to the high cost of living.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The strange wolf lunged, grabbed the cub by the scruff, and lifted him high.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver