as in enthusiastically
in an enthusiastic manner
some reviewers had praised the movie sky-high, but we thought that it was just a so-so comedy
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Recent Examples of sky-high
Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026
So any issues with SpaceX’s trading could make private investors reluctant to agree to sky-high valuations.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Outrage quickly ensued as Angelenos encountered both technical difficulties and sky-high prices for even non-marquee events, with many lower-bowl seats going for multiple hundreds of dollars and in some cases, thousands.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 13 Apr. 2026
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Adverb
There is broad disagreement about whether SpaceX is fool’s gold with its sky-high valuation, or represents a valuable opportunity to finally own a piece of a dominant space company that could some day command the business of data centers in orbit.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 12 June 2026
So any issues with SpaceX’s trading could make private investors reluctant to agree to sky-high valuations.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Adjective
Mexico’s success in taming sky-high murder rates has sparked widespread acclaim of the country’s security minister, boosting his standing as a presidential frontrunner.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 13 Apr. 2026
Outrage quickly ensued as Angelenos encountered both technical difficulties and sky-high prices for even non-marquee events, with many lower-bowl seats going for multiple hundreds of dollars and in some cases, thousands.
—Kayla Hayempour, NBC news, 13 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sky-high
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The New York native celebrated enthusiastically with his teammates after scoring his first World Cup goal, a milestone moment in his international career.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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Many of my fellow viewers enthusiastically embraced the role of wrestling fans and behaved as if at a WWE match, audibly pumping up the hero and booing her opponents.—
Emily McClanathan,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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With maximum sustained winds of 30 mph, the system is moving northeast at 6 mph.—
MIAMI HERALD HURRICANE BOT,
Miami Herald,
17 June 2026
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Richie Laryea would rib other players during their turns before giving a maximum effort with the headset on.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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After the game, the team were addressed by a group of government officials who, according to Ilunga at least, threatened them with extreme consequences if things went really badly in their game against Brazil.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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After all the angst about traffic, high ticket prices, long security lines and extreme heat, stadium operations ran relatively smoothly.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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Each horse can be a little different and having people that are patient and cooperative is of the utmost importance.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Restaurants and bars in the area have done their utmost to make their patios, rooftops, and outdoor seating areas fun and comfortable, even during triple-digit heat.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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In total, there are three bedrooms and two bathrooms, with the primary bedroom featuring soaring, peaked ceilings.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
26 May 2026
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First, egg whites are whisked carefully to make a stiff-peaked meringue.—
Amber Love Bond,
Southern Living,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Feller has previously tested positive for the BRCA2 gene, which indicates an increased risk of breast and ovarian cancers, per Mayo Clinic.—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
12 June 2026
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As even Mercola noted in 2010, several additional studies found no increased risk of cancer following the shot.—
Duaa Eldeib,
ProPublica,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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While a straight up revival of the show is not looking likely, there have been reunions of the cast over the years.—
Joe Otterson,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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On Thursday, World Cup organizers provided an up-close look inside the Foxboro, Massachusetts facility, which will be known as Boston Stadium during the iconic tournament.—
Riley Rourke,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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The low-wing, single-engine turboprop plane was not able to make it to full power, according to officials with the Bates County Emergency Management Agency.—
Ben Wheeler,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2026
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Dutch find separating goal to regain control With Japan in full control of momentum after the quick answer, the Netherlands parlayed a swing of possession into a winner in the 64th minute.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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“Sky-high.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sky-high. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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