high and low

adverb

Synonyms of high and lownext
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Examples of high and low in a Sentence

I've been looking high and low for my glasses.
Recent Examples on the Web
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One feels exposed, out in the elements, seeking shade from shapes that appear like altars or overlooking winding paths that veer high and low. Lara Johnson-Wheeler, Vogue, 3 July 2026 The Sheriff’s Office warned that visitors on the trails should prepare for conditions that can differ significantly between high and low elevations. Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026 May Regulate Blood Sugar Control Glucose (blood sugar) control in people with diabetes is crucial to prevent the effects of high and low glucose levels. Jennifer Lefton, Verywell Health, 15 May 2026 The city is also scrambling to address high and low budget shortfalls facing several projects across the city. Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for high and low

Word History

First Known Use

1525, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of high and low was in 1525

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“High and low.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20and%20low. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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