percussive
adjective
per·cus·sive
pər-ˈkə-siv 
1
: of or relating to percussion
especially
: operative or operated by striking
2
: having powerful impact
percussively
adverb
percussiveness
noun
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The song had a punchy, percussive rhythm.
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Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2025
Read on for our picks and to hear from experts about what makes these tools—and percussive massagers in general—so popular.
—Sara Coughlin, SELF, 9 May 2025
Ronan bopped her head, and the students were asked to move an arm up and down to the beat of a percussive metronome, while the researchers measured their accuracy.
—Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2025
The massage gun uses Theragun's gentle level of percussive massage therapy – perfect for those who prefer a milder, soothing massage that still provides relief.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025
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“Percussive.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/percussive. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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