ride high

Idioms  

1. Enjoy success, as in He's been riding high ever since they made him vice-president. The high here alludes to both elevated and elated status. [First half of 1800s]

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Example Sentences

Hogan kept fighting as his fame continued to ride high even as the years marched on - pictured taking on fellow veteran Ric Flair in 2009.

From BBC

“But they are consistent with a more constrained and rougher ride. High inflation and the war in Ukraine also add to the risks.”

From Seattle Times

Near the front of the 55-foot float is a scrap pile of failed rocket parts, which are modified milk cannisters — everything decorated with flowers, of course — and in the middle of that rests a small football that bears Madden’s name with the slogan “Ride High,” a reference to the university’s fight song.

From Los Angeles Times

“Whether on the field, as a coach, a commentator or a husband, father and grandfather to his family. May he always lead the way and `'Ride High’ among the Mustang family for generations to come.”

From Los Angeles Times

"Your soul and inner beauty exceeded the external perfection, Stella. May you ride high above us all on the most perfect horse, eternally in peace."

From BBC