above the salt
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(of people) having a rank or position that is high or honorable
- Will took him up above the salt and made much of him.
- The king's council members were always placed above the salt during royal events.
- She felt privileged to be among those above the salt at the prestigious ceremony.
- Historically, being seated above the salt signified a person of higher social standing.
- In the company of diplomats, only those above the salt were invited to speak.