high-grading
noun
high-grad·ing
ˈhī-ˈgrā-diŋ 
: the practice of selecting only the most healthy or valuable individuals in harvesting a natural resource (such as timber or fish)
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This durable wallet is crafted from high-grade leather for a premium feel.
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“High-grading.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-grading. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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