sky-high
Example Sentences
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“There are no gatekeepers, which means the ceiling is sky-high and the floor is as low as it gets; I’ve seen genuinely mind-blowing shows at Fringe, as well as a whole lot of crap.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
New dads face psychological pressures, from sleepless nights to sky-high bills, which can contribute to postpartum depression.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
There are also sky-high maintenance and staffing expenses, which may inhibit even the wealthiest buyers.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
As sky-high entry costs price many people out, malicious actors are capitalizing on desperate fans seeking bargains outside accredited channels, using techniques experts say represent a "new normal" for major events.
From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026
A jockey’s pay couldn’t begin to cover the sky-high insurance rates his job warranted, much less the doctor’s bills.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
