ride high

Idioms and Phrases

Enjoy success, as in He's been riding high ever since they made him vice-president . The high here alludes to both elevated and elated status. [First half of 1800s]

Example Sentences

He saw the bit of white ride high on the next wave, pass over it and vanish.

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But each time the little boat seemed to brace itself for the shock and a moment later would ride high to safety.

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There is nothing in the world better for the teacher than to ride high-spirited horses.

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They ride high and buoyant, for their loads are lighter than we could desire.

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