high and low
Everywhere; all over the place.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“I searched high and low for my missing keys.”
“She searched high and low for her passport before realizing it was in her jacket pocket.”
“The detective searched high and low throughout the city, hoping to find any evidence that might lead to the truth.”
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come hell or high water
Regardless of the hardships; no matter what difficulties may arise.
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fly low
To have one's fly (zipper) undone.
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friends in high places
Friends who have authority or influence and who can ensure that one's interests will be protected or furthered.
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friends in low places
Friends who have underworld connections or are involved in shady underdealings.
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get high
To intoxicate oneself with drugs or other substances.
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get off one's high horse
To stop acting in an imperious, overbearing or bossy manner.
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hang low
To droop or sag heavily; to remain at a low altitude.
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hell or high water
Highly adverse circumstances; acts of God.
Last updated August 10, 2026