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high heels

[hahy heels] / ˈhaɪ ˈhils /
NOUN
women's shoe with tall heel
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Silverstein blends in with the cool kids of the fashion world, often photographed at swanky Manhattan dinners wearing a silky dress, leather and high heels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

On Tuesday, Mexican delegate Fatima Bosch staged a dramatic walkout -- in an evening gown and high heels -- from a meeting where she was lambasted by Miss Universe host Nawat Itsaragrisil.

From Barron's • Nov. 6, 2025

But it's a practicality for Mary and Danielle, who as well as negotiating the city cobbles in sky high heels, are also deaf.

From BBC • Aug. 11, 2025

Olson attributes Morgan’s eccentric look — a nod to the French series — with high heels and faux fur in the midst of a crime scene, to helping her transform.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 7, 2025

Her wooden high heels rapped the stone street.

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin




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