Meaning of the word high-flying in English

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high-flying

US /ˌhaɪˈflaɪ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˌhaɪˈflaɪ.ɪŋ/
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Adjective

1.

very successful

Example:
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She is a high-flying executive in a multinational company.
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The company has a reputation for its high-flying projects.
2.

flying at a great height

Example:
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We saw a high-flying eagle circling above the mountains.
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The pilot reported a high-flying unidentified object.