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high ground

noun

  1. a position of moral or ethical superiority:

    The candidate has claimed the moral high ground.



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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of high ground1

First recorded in 1480–90; current sense dates from 1800–10
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Ukrainian troops may have been forced to retreat, but they still occupy high ground just over the border with Sumy.

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A little sleet and hill snow will also be possible over high ground.

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About 5cm of snow is expected across the Midlands, Wales and northern England over the weekend, with as much as 20-30cm over high ground in Wales and the Pennines.

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Snow could also cause disruption, especially in northern Scotland and over high ground, while strong winds are also possible.

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"All of the criticism is valid because, you know, Democrats stand on this moral high ground all the time, and, you know, they act so self-righteous," he shared.

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