higher
Britishadjective
noun
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the advanced level of the Scottish Certificate of Education
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( as modifier )
Higher Latin
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a pass in a particular subject at Higher level
she has four Highers
Example Sentences
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One Chinese manufacturer of screws, a critical component for robotic movements, is racing to match Tesla’s higher lifespan standard.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
The stock market overcame a steep early slide to mostly finish higher.
From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026
Traditional radio-based systems require more power to support higher speeds, increasing both costs and environmental impact.
From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026
Petrol and diesel are being rationed, and prices, already significantly higher than in neighbouring Thailand, have risen sharply.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
But most of Liberty City was a few feet higher than a lot of the other neighborhoods, which meant that as the water slowly receded, Liberty City emerged like an island from Lake Miami.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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