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on high something or someone on high is in heaven The angels on high sang His praises. See also: high on high 1. in the air The runner turned into our street holding her flag on high. Usage notes: often with from: You can hire a boat to explore the swamps, where monkeys chatter at you from on high. 2. someone in a position of authority The boss said that the new rules came from on high. 3. in heaven The angels on high sang His praises. See also: high How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Smoky red flames swayed on high poles, and the fiery blaze flickered over faces, clung to the smooth trunks of palm-trees, kindled bright sparks on the rims of metal dishes standing on fine floor-mats. The splendid fellow sprang to his feet, and grasping me by the shoulder raised his sword on high, exclaiming: I will myself go out against this man, but the upshot of the fight will be from on high in the hands of the immortal gods. |
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