Meaning of the word "high ground" in English
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high ground
US /haɪ ˈɡraʊnd/
UK /haɪ ˈɡraʊnd/
Noun
1.
an area of elevated land
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The soldiers took the high ground to gain a strategic advantage.
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From the high ground, they could see the entire valley.
2.
a position of moral or intellectual superiority
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She always tries to take the high ground in arguments.
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Despite the provocations, he maintained the high ground and responded calmly.
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