to raise the bar

Definition & Meaning of "raise the bar"

to raise the bar
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to increase the standards, expectations, or level of performance for something, aiming for a higher level of excellence

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As a coach, my aim is to raise the bar for the team's performance and achieve higher rankings.
The success of the company's latest product has raised the bar for competitors in the industry.
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