high gear

A state of maximum activity, energy, or force. For example, His mind was in high gear as he studied for the medical exam, or The political campaign is finally moving into high gear. This expression alludes to the high gear of an engine transmission, used at the fastest speeds.

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The shipbuilding pretty much came to an end, and the commercial fishing trade of some thousand vessels that once kept canneries working in high gear has moved elsewhere.

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Eventually, a murder puts things in high gear, and like the sisters, readers will need to ask how much is too much.

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As New Year's resolutions kick into high gear, weight loss goals top many people's lists.

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An army of volunteers has shifted into high gear to prepare 39 floral-covered floats for the 2025 Rose Parade on New Year’s Day in Pasadena.

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UCLA’s offense will head into that showdown in high gear after registering a season high for points … with 10:16 left in the game.

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