: a high stage of the water in a river or lake
also
: high tide sense 1
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Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
That dominant win over Notre Dame, in the final week of the 2022 season, had in many ways been the high-water mark of the coach’s Trojan tenure, the sort of major moment that would seemingly propel a program to new heights.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 10 Dec. 2024
Not doing so risks high water bills, water damage, or signs of mold.
—Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The showmanship of this sequence is a high-water mark for stylish violence in the series so far.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Dec. 2024
That dominant win over Notre Dame, in the final week of the 2022 season, had in many ways been the high-water mark of the coach’s Trojan tenure, the sort of major moment that would seemingly propel a program to new heights.
—Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 1 Dec. 2024
Noun
Traditionally, the denim industry has been known for its significant environmental impact, including high water usage, chemical pollution from dyeing processes and substantial waste generated during production.
—Sj Studio, Sourcing Journal, 10 Dec. 2024
Not doing so risks high water bills, water damage, or signs of mold.
—Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 5 Dec. 2024
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“High-water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-water. Accessed 20 Dec. 2024.
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