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get high

idiom
Meaning

To intoxicate oneself with drugs or other substances.


Examples
SIMPLE

Some people like to get high on the weekend.

CONTEXTUAL

He decided to get high with his friends after a long and stressful week at work.

COMPLEX

The authorities expressed deep concern regarding the growing number of teenagers who get high in public parks during the late evening hours.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    can't get enough

    Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.

  2. 02

    come hell or high water

    Regardless of the hardships; no matter what difficulties may arise.

  3. 03

    could not get elected dogcatcher

    Said of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.

  4. 04

    don't get someone started

    Used to attempt to avoid or abbreviate a discussion that speaker or hearer may wish to avoid.

  5. 05

    five will get you ten

    I strongly believe.

  6. 06

    friends in high places

    Friends who have authority or influence and who can ensure that one's interests will be protected or furthered.

  7. 07

    get a charge out of

    To derive excitement, entertainment, or pleasure from.

  8. 08

    get a clue

    To become aware of the obvious reality of a situation, often used as a command to indicate frustration

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