high-stepping
Americanadjective
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seeking unrestrained pleasure, as by frequenting night clubs, parties, etc.; leading a wild and fast life.
a high-stepping young crowd.
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(of a horse) moving with the leg raised high.
Other Word Forms
- high-stepper noun
Etymology
Origin of high-stepping
First recorded in 1840–50
Example Sentences
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With its petal-packed floats, marching bands and high-stepping horses, the New Year’s Day event is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. and will travel 5½ miles along the streets of Pasadena.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 1, 2024
But he also ended this glimpse at their run of bad luck with high-stepping mirth and one of the most joyous scenes in modern movies.
From Salon • Jun. 14, 2023
The showstopping number from the Indian action spectacular was recreated on the Dolby Theater stage, complete with suspenders popping, manic high-stepping and frenetic nodding.
From New York Times • Mar. 13, 2023
The high-stepping knight provides the climax after 45.
From Washington Times • Jun. 21, 2022
Then we switched partners, and I was thrust into a high-stepping bransle with the nervous Guildenstern, who nearly stumbled over his long cloak.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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