Benson
What does 'in high office' mean?
While I read U.S President Obama's inaugural speech,
I found these sentences:
"...Yet, every so often the (presidential) oath is taken amidst gathering clouds and raging storms.
At these moments, America has carried on not simply because of the skill or vision of those in high office,
but because we the people..."
2009년 3월 5일 오전 6:58
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In this case, "office" means the position of an elected official. "High office" would be an important position, as being president of the country or company, or being governer of a state, though being president is a higher office than governer.
2009년 3월 5일
It means the person who takes charge or has the power to make great decisions.
2009년 3월 5일
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