1
a
: high into the air
b
: to a high or exorbitant level or degree
lifted my spirit sky-high—
Elmer Morriss
Elmer Morriss2
: in an enthusiastic manner
3
: to bits : apart
blown sky-high
1
: excessively expensive : exorbitant
2
: extremely or excessively high
her blood pressure was sky-high
Synonyms
Examples of sky-high in a Sentence
Adverb
some reviewers had praised the movie sky-high, but we thought that it was just a so-so comedy
Recent Examples on the WebRyan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2024
Social media amped up sky-high expectations about how OpenAI might steal Google’s thunder: An announcement of its own ChatGPT search?
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 15 May 2024
Among the standout amenities at Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills are a communal 50-foot rooftop pool in addition to a sky-high lounge with views of the city.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 May 2024
Ticket prices are sky-high for Caitlin Clark’s debut game in the WNBA.
—Morgan Haefner, Quartz, 13 May 2024
The groups must often resort to non-standard carriers, which typically charge sky-high rates for lesser coverage.
—Judith Kohler, The Denver Post, 11 May 2024
While others were quick to point out the many issues plaguing California, like crime, homelessness and sky-high prices.
—Stepheny Price, Fox News, 8 May 2024
On top of that fee, interest keeps building and consistently tardy consumers face the possibility of getting hit with sky-high penalty rates.
—Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 7 May 2024
Accessorized with a golden choker and matching sky-high heels, the design — made by Undercover — looked like a modern-day version of Belle's fairytale ensemble in Beauty and the Beast.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 20 Mar. 2023
The singer’s dress featured one very striking feature — a sky-high slit that extended to her upper thigh.
—Starr Bowenbank, Billboard, 20 Mar. 2023
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, the second-biggest bank failure in U.S. history, has thrust the financial system into distress, pulling attention away from a separate problem: sky-high inflation.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 20 Mar. 2023
Love’s scrambling ability was impressive and his confidence was sky-high.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2023
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
Its sky-high tuition of $45,000 per year, around quadruple the in-state tuition for public universities like Indiana Bloomington and Purdue, has weakened its appeal to students concerned about graduating with massive amounts of debt.
—David Masciotra, The New Republic, 15 Mar. 2023
Box office expectations are sky-high, especially since the film has secured a coveted China release.
—Brendan Morrow, The Week, 14 Mar. 2023
Adverb
His sky-high salary stems from a heavy workload — an average of 94 hours a week.
—Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2024
Social media amped up sky-high expectations about how OpenAI might steal Google’s thunder: An announcement of its own ChatGPT search?
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 15 May 2024
Among the standout amenities at Rosewood Residences Beverly Hills are a communal 50-foot rooftop pool in addition to a sky-high lounge with views of the city.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 May 2024
Ticket prices are sky-high for Caitlin Clark’s debut game in the WNBA.
—Morgan Haefner, Quartz, 13 May 2024
The groups must often resort to non-standard carriers, which typically charge sky-high rates for lesser coverage.
—Judith Kohler, The Denver Post, 11 May 2024
While others were quick to point out the many issues plaguing California, like crime, homelessness and sky-high prices.
—Stepheny Price, Fox News, 8 May 2024
On top of that fee, interest keeps building and consistently tardy consumers face the possibility of getting hit with sky-high penalty rates.
—Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 7 May 2024
Accessorized with a golden choker and matching sky-high heels, the design — made by Undercover — looked like a modern-day version of Belle's fairytale ensemble in Beauty and the Beast.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
Adjective
His final Moschino collection, shown at Milan Fashion Week in February, was more subdued than past seasons, however, with models wearing skirt suits, knits, chunky gold jewelry and sky-high mohawks.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN, 20 Mar. 2023
The singer’s dress featured one very striking feature — a sky-high slit that extended to her upper thigh.
—Starr Bowenbank, Billboard, 20 Mar. 2023
The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, the second-biggest bank failure in U.S. history, has thrust the financial system into distress, pulling attention away from a separate problem: sky-high inflation.
—Max Zahn, ABC News, 20 Mar. 2023
Love’s scrambling ability was impressive and his confidence was sky-high.
—Rob Reischel, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2023
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
Its sky-high tuition of $45,000 per year, around quadruple the in-state tuition for public universities like Indiana Bloomington and Purdue, has weakened its appeal to students concerned about graduating with massive amounts of debt.
—David Masciotra, The New Republic, 15 Mar. 2023
Box office expectations are sky-high, especially since the film has secured a coveted China release.
—Brendan Morrow, The Week, 14 Mar. 2023
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“Sky-high.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sky-high. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
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