high society
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of high society
First recorded in 1915–20
Example Sentences
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Canadian by birth, a successful business career behind him, he moves to Britain to advance quickly in interwar high society and achieve political preferment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
"He was already a star living all over the world, mixing in high society, staying in grand hotels -- and usually in some sort of emotional turmoil."
From Barron's ● Jun. 12, 2026
Josh and Lindsay’s high society Kabuki theatrics don’t save their union or replenish her bank account.
From Salon ● Apr. 23, 2026
The 70-room mansion dates back to 1895, when it was built for business magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt II, who was one of the most prominent members of high society during that era.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 8, 2025
Upon arrival in the Himalaya, Pittman appeared to adhere as closely as possible to the proprieties of high society.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
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