high-octane
adjective
high-oc·tane
ˈhī-ˈäk-ˌtān 
1
: having a high octane number and hence good antiknock properties
high-octane gasoline
2
: very powerful, strong, or effective
high-octane football
high-octane coffee
Examples of high-octane in a Sentence
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But the Cask Strength version is the best expression to join the Maker’s family, a high-ABV but not high-octane version of the core wheated bourbon.
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Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 May 2024
Furiosa runs on a high-octane philosophical perspective that finds hope in a hopeless place.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2024
But their concision served to heighten the impact of the songs, and Fike’s fusion of punk-rock velocity, high-octane rapping and pop songcraft.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 May 2024
Inheriting the iconic Julie Andrews role in Disney’s 2018 musical sequel required more bravery than any high-octane thriller, according to Blunt.
—Jack Smart, Peoplemag, 4 May 2024
To say much more would spoil the high-octane fun, but as part of Entertainment Weekly's Furiosa cover story, Anya Taylor-Joy shared her reaction to reading the moment in the script.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 1 May 2024
Designed for overnight family trips or high-octane joyrides, the AB 80 showcases sleek, sporty lines and a silver composite hull.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2024
Worthy, who made headlines with a time of 4.21 seconds in the 40-yard dash, could make for an exciting addition to the Chiefs’ high-octane offense.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2024
Fans can expect the high-octane energy Davido brings to his live performances, alongside higher grade of production and storytelling within the setlist.
—Emanuel Okusanya, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 15 May 2024
Furiosa runs on a high-octane philosophical perspective that finds hope in a hopeless place.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2024
But their concision served to heighten the impact of the songs, and Fike’s fusion of punk-rock velocity, high-octane rapping and pop songcraft.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 May 2024
Inheriting the iconic Julie Andrews role in Disney’s 2018 musical sequel required more bravery than any high-octane thriller, according to Blunt.
—Jack Smart, Peoplemag, 4 May 2024
To say much more would spoil the high-octane fun, but as part of Entertainment Weekly's Furiosa cover story, Anya Taylor-Joy shared her reaction to reading the moment in the script.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 1 May 2024
Designed for overnight family trips or high-octane joyrides, the AB 80 showcases sleek, sporty lines and a silver composite hull.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2024
Worthy, who made headlines with a time of 4.21 seconds in the 40-yard dash, could make for an exciting addition to the Chiefs’ high-octane offense.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2024
Fans can expect the high-octane energy Davido brings to his live performances, alongside higher grade of production and storytelling within the setlist.
—Emanuel Okusanya, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
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“High-octane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-octane. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
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