high-energy
adjective
high-en·er·gy
ˈhī-ˈe-nər-jē 
1
a
: having such speed and kinetic energy as to exhibit relativistic departure from classical laws of motion
—used especially of elementary particles whose velocity has been imparted by an accelerator
b
: of or relating to high-energy particles
2
: yielding a relatively large amount of energy when undergoing hydrolysis
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This year’s edition featured dancers from Sunset Blvd., the musical revival in which Scherzinger stars, and a high-energy appearance from the pop star herself.
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 23 June 2025
Al-Hilal will rely on their defensive organization and swift counterattacks, while Salzburg's high-energy pressing and youthful firepower will look to push the pace and pin their opponents back.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
The Sun played some of their best defense of the season in the first quarter, powered by a high-energy start from rookie Saniya Rivers.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2025
Expect fierce competition, high-energy moves and oh-so-many rhinestones as performers bring this vibrant 1970s dance style to life.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 21 June 2025
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Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 23 June 2025
Al-Hilal will rely on their defensive organization and swift counterattacks, while Salzburg's high-energy pressing and youthful firepower will look to push the pace and pin their opponents back.
—Kilty Cleary, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 June 2025
The Sun played some of their best defense of the season in the first quarter, powered by a high-energy start from rookie Saniya Rivers.
—Emily Adams, Hartford Courant, 21 June 2025
Expect fierce competition, high-energy moves and oh-so-many rhinestones as performers bring this vibrant 1970s dance style to life.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 21 June 2025
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“High-energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-energy. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.
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