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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The footage teases high-octane action, sharp dialogue, and moments designed to ignite audience reactions.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Mar. 2026
Not into weightlifting or high-octane fitness classes delivered by Ireland’s top trainers?
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
The Florida Gators are nearly perfect, with a 9-1 record while also putting up a high-octane performance at the plate.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Collyer’s near-triple-digit fastball is the kind of high-octane gas that the bullpen currently lacks.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Mar. 2026
Not into weightlifting or high-octane fitness classes delivered by Ireland’s top trainers?
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Mar. 2026
The Florida Gators are nearly perfect, with a 9-1 record while also putting up a high-octane performance at the plate.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Collyer’s near-triple-digit fastball is the kind of high-octane gas that the bullpen currently lacks.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
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“High-octane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-octane. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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