What is high and dry?

"High and Dry" can refer to a couple of different things depending on the context:

  1. Radiohead Song: "High and Dry" is a song by the English alternative rock band Radiohead. It was released as the second single from their second studio album, "The Bends," in 1995. The song is characterized by its melancholic lyrics and acoustic-driven sound. It has been praised for its emotional depth and has become one of Radiohead's most popular tracks.

  2. Idiomatic Expression: The phrase "high and dry" is an idiom in the English language used to describe a situation where someone is left without resources or in a difficult predicament. It often conveys a sense of abandonment or being stranded without help. The expression is thought to have nautical origins, referring to a boat that is out of the water and, therefore, not functional.

  3. General Meaning: More generally, anything described as "high and dry" can mean it is elevated and safe from water or flooding, or it can indicate something or someone left isolated or unprotected.

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