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
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Whatever the case, Kornacki is there, being Kornacki, doing his thing in his trademark high-octane way.
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Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
The atmospheric fills, eloquent accents and high-octane solos primarily fell to Vai.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
Similarly haunted by his past, Gabe is caught up in a high-octane heist in the Rocky Mountains.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
Serving as the evening’s heart and emcee, Franklin brought his usual combination of high-octane energy and humor, reminding us why he’s been such a force in gospel music.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 28 Oct. 2024
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Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
The atmospheric fills, eloquent accents and high-octane solos primarily fell to Vai.
—Bob Gendron, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2024
Similarly haunted by his past, Gabe is caught up in a high-octane heist in the Rocky Mountains.
—Jack Smart, People.com, 31 Oct. 2024
Serving as the evening’s heart and emcee, Franklin brought his usual combination of high-octane energy and humor, reminding us why he’s been such a force in gospel music.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 28 Oct. 2024
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“High-octane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-octane. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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