high ground (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /haɪ ˈɡraʊnd/
Definition
A position of moral or strategic advantage, often used to describe a situation where someone has the upper hand or a strong defensive position.
Examples
The company took the high ground by announcing their commitment to sustainability.
The army captured the high ground and was able to defend against the enemy's attacks.
She took the high ground in the debate by focusing on the facts and avoiding personal attacks.
How to Use high ground
- take the high ground (idiom)
- to take a position of moral or strategic advantage — "The company took the high ground by announcing their commitment to sustainability."
- seize the high ground (idiom)
- to take control of a position of strategic advantage — "The army seized the high ground and was able to defend against the enemy's attacks."
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