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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The American rock band’s sound is described as pop-punk and the group itself is known for its high-energy live performances.
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These orcas have been seen disemboweling sharks and extracting their livers, a high-energy organ, with surgical precision.
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Even check-dams – small dams used to control high-energy floods – worked in multiple ways.
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In fact, his physicality and high-energy moves are vital to his charm.
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Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 9 Apr. 2025
These orcas have been seen disemboweling sharks and extracting their livers, a high-energy organ, with surgical precision.
—Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Even check-dams – small dams used to control high-energy floods – worked in multiple ways.
—Ari Caramanica, The Conversation, 8 Apr. 2025
In fact, his physicality and high-energy moves are vital to his charm.
—Rachel McRady, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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“High-energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-energy. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.
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