high

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Even as prices at the pump have stayed high, American consumers are paying less than many of their counterparts in Europe and Asia.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

He announced the country’s armed forces were “on high alert” and ready to defend against any threat, while being open to Pakistan’s mediation efforts.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

It’s a new 52-week high for Vernova, a new all-time high, and the first time GE Vernova has been worth more than GE Aerospace.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

President George W. Bush appointed Roberts and Alito to the high court, as well as Kavanaugh to the U.S.

From Slate • Apr. 22, 2026

We’d had the stove going for two weeks now, so it was high time to clean out the stovepipe.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck