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moral high ground

idiom

A position or point of view which is ethically superior or more reputable, in comparison to others which are under consideration.


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Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    come hell or high water

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

  2. 02

    common ground

    A characteristic or interest shared by multiple people or systems; any belief, etc. held in common.

  3. 03

    ear to the ground

    The practice or characteristic of carefully gathering information; a state or mindset of attentiveness.

  4. 04

    eyes on the ground

    One or more observers in an area of interest.

  5. 05

    facts on the ground

    The situation in reality as opposed to in the abstract.

  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

    from the ground up

    From the beginning; starting with the basics, foundation, or fundamentals.

  8. 08

    get high

    To intoxicate oneself with drugs or other substances.

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