high bar
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Dan Eggers, Constellation’s senior vice president for finance, told Barron’s last week that any new reactor investments would have to clear a high bar.
From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026
Arab officials said they have been talking separately with both sides, but that Iran has set a high bar for ending hostilities that is preventing discussions from gaining traction.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
He knows as well as anyone that this team has set a high bar with back-to-back championships.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
But with the Premier League's high bar on fouls, much of the holding is allowed.
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026
“On bars, we’re working on Tkatchevs. I hope I get it on the high bar soon. I feel like every time I learn a new skill, I have accomplished something.”
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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