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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
Matt Robison, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
The work of architectural firm Within Beyond Studio, the project reimagines the integration of leisure and commerce by incorporating a sky-high skatepark.
—Bridget Borgobello, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
Devan Coggan, EW.com, 17 Mar. 2023
But passenger volume has dropped since then, suggesting sky-high ticket prices to popular destinations may be deterring some potential travelers.
—Roland Li, San Francisco Chronicle, 16 Mar. 2023
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Our sky-high taxes are already pricing folks out of their homes.
—Matt Robison, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
The work of architectural firm Within Beyond Studio, the project reimagines the integration of leisure and commerce by incorporating a sky-high skatepark.
—Bridget Borgobello, New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2025
Adjective
Peter Cushing in Hound of the Baskervilles With his sky-high cheekbones and piercing stare, Peter Cushing looked every part the aloof British detective.
—Devan Coggan, EW.com, 17 Mar. 2023
But passenger volume has dropped since then, suggesting sky-high ticket prices to popular destinations may be deterring some potential travelers.
—Roland Li, San Francisco Chronicle, 16 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sky-high
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For Rico Nasty, extreme was the name of the game, with some needlepoint glam by way of her acupuncturist.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
1 Mar. 2025
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Time after time, extreme pessimism has set the stage for outsized gains, on average, as evidenced by the 39 previous times where the number of Bulls has been equal to or less than the present tally.—
John Buckingham,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In the interest of utmost safety, all 911 Cabriolet models feature an automatic rollover protection system that works with or without the top raised.—
Michael Harley,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Get the accompanying travel case for the utmost ease.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2025
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This olive green style is reminiscent of one Gwyneth Paltrow wore, and it’s finished with oversized peaked lapels, buttoned tabs at the shoulders and chest, and a belt with D-ring buckles.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
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The Canadian government emphasizes the importance of winter tires in such conditions, advising drivers to look for the peaked mountain with snowflake symbol when purchasing.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The production, which features the mesmerizing movement direction of Steven Hoggett, retains its remarkable fluidity despite the increased panting.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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By design, the geographic differential rate offers additional funding to DDA providers in five counties where the cost of living is higher to support increased wages.—
Scott T. Gibson,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Feb. 2025
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Rising stock prices in January have been followed by up years for the market as a whole nearly 84% of the time since 1950, the Almanac says.—
Scott Schnipper,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2025
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The Baies candle is a deep, fruity scent with notes of blackcurrant and rose, while Roses is a straight up dose of blooming, dewy petals.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
24 Jan. 2025
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The same scenario occurred in February 2021, when Democrats had full control of Congress and the presidency.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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The Knicks’ ironman has dealt with right knee swelling at multiple points this season, making his absence noteworthy—especially after a full week off for the break.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Like its first edition in 1951 – a year in which East-West tensions were high over the future of Berlin and the Korean War – the 75th Berlinale, running from February 13 to 23, has also unfolded in tumultuous times.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
22 Feb. 2025
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The risks associated with this type of procedure are generally low and the potential for a good recovery and return to play is high.—
Arthur L. Kellermann,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Sky-high.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sky-high. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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