Mettre la barre très haut
Example: Ils ont mis la barre très haut pour ce projet innovant.
Definition
"Mettre la barre très haut" means to set very high standards or expectations for a task or project, indicating an ambitious goal that requires exceptional effort or performance. For example, it implies aiming for excellence or challenging success in an endeavor.
Etymology
The phrase "Mettre la barre très haut" literally translates to 'putting the bar very high.' It originates from sports like high jump or pole vault, where athletes aim to clear a high bar. Over time, it evolved metaphorically in French to express setting high standards or goals.
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To set the bar high