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high heels

[hahy heels] / ˈhaɪ ˈhils /
NOUN
women's shoe with tall heel
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She tried to please him by “cooking, cleaning, putting on dresses and high heels to welcome him home,” but he came to hate her even more.

From Salon Apr. 8, 2026

Silverstein blends in with the cool kids of the fashion world, often photographed at swanky Manhattan dinners wearing a silky dress, leather and high heels.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 25, 2026

Bosch staged a dramatic walkout earlier this month -- in an evening gown and high heels -- from a meeting where she was lambasted by Thai organiser Nawat Itsaragrisil.

From Barron's Nov. 21, 2025

But it's a practicality for Mary and Danielle, who as well as negotiating the city cobbles in sky high heels, are also deaf.

From BBC Aug. 11, 2025

I can see Ms. Cherry flailing, trying to pull herself to standing, high heels slipping on a puddle of cranberry juice.

From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins




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