high and low

adverb

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I've been looking high and low for my glasses.
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The calm waters and dramatic high and low tides are perfect for beach lovers of all ages. — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 14 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 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 unit offers high and low toothbrush settings as well as quiet operation, and features 10 water flosser pressure settings. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high and low

Word History

First Known Use

1525, in the meaning defined above

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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 7 Jul. 2026.

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