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high-end

American  
[hahy-end] / ˈhaɪˈɛnd /

adjective

Informal.
  1. being the most expensive or technically sophisticated.

    She uses high-end sound mixing equipment in her home studio.

    I can’t afford to shop in those high-end boutiques.


high-end British  

adjective

  1. (prenominal) (esp of computers, electronic equipment, etc) of the greatest power or sophistication

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The company reported total gross benefits of $1.2 billion under its profit recovery and growth plan, hitting the high-end of its previously disclosed range.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 19, 2026

Apple’s “continued dominance in high-end smartphones means it will be able to monetize any truly useful consumer AI products,” Rabe wrote.

From MarketWatch Aug. 19, 2026

Despite competition, T&S could benefit from an undersupplied high-end optical connector market, potentially supporting sequential growth in 2H 2026 and 2027.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 19, 2026

Delta Airlines opened a new luxury lounge at Los Angeles International Airport in October, catering to high-end customers who want an elevated travel experience.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 14, 2026

Low rent, a high-end security system, and steady, reliable access to as much electricity as I could afford.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline

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