highly

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"That is just what the doctor ordered. Highly competitive and he lifted his game," three-time Wimbledon singles champion John McEnroe said on BBC TV.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

"Highly selective membranes such as these can lower energy use while maintaining the stringent standards required in pharmaceutical production."

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

Highly contagious, measles spreads quickly through coughs and sneezes and is particularly dangerous for unvaccinated young children under the age of 5.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Known for: Highly maneuverable, supersonic light fighter, excellent dogfighting capabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Estha, who had by then taken an active dislike to Miss Mitten, told her that as far as he was concerned it was a Highly Stupid Impression.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy