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hit the high notes

idiom
Meaning

To produce or attain, at least for a period of time, an especially satisfactory degree of achievement or fulfilment.


Examples
SIMPLE

The team really hit the high notes during the final presentation.

CONTEXTUAL

The project was difficult, but the team managed to hit the high notes during the final phase of development.

COMPLEX

While the performance was inconsistent, the lead singer managed to hit the high notes during the emotional climax of the symphony.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    come hell or high water

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

  2. 02

    compare notes

    To exchange information and ideas about related experiences.

  3. 03

    don't let the door hit you on the way out

    Used as a command to leave in haste, or to indicate that one is glad, or at least unmoved, to see the addressed person leaving.

  4. 04

    fall out of the ugly tree and hit every branch

    To become extremely unattractive.

  5. 05

    friends in high places

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

  6. 06

    get high

    To intoxicate oneself with drugs or other substances.

  7. 07

    get off one's high horse

    To stop acting in an imperious, overbearing or bossy manner.

  8. 08

    hell or high water

    Highly adverse circumstances; acts of God.

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