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high tide
high tide
Noun
pl: high tides
This term describes a specific point in the lunar cycle where the ocean reaches its maximum elevation. It is most frequently used in maritime, geographical, and environmental contexts to describe the physical state of the water level.
In a figurative sense, the phrase is occasionally used to describe a peak or a period of maximum intensity or abundance, though its primary usage remains literal and technical.
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