high on

phrase

: enthusiastically in approval or support of
party leaders high on a new candidate

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But Milroe showcased why the Seahawks are high on his future. — Andrew Destin, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026 The talks produced new financial tools and kept drought high on the international agenda, but failed to deliver the global agreement many countries wanted. — Shooka Bidarian, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 As ultra-high-net-worth travelers continue to seek out more one-of-a-kind, authentic experiences, remote destinations remain high on everyone’s lists. — Michelle Tchea, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2026 At the time, his father voiced concern that Rodriguez was high on methamphetamine. — Harry Harris, Mercury News, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for high on

Word History

First Known Use

1933, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of high on was in 1933

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high off the hog
high on
high on one's list
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“High on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high%20on. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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