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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Designed for overnight family trips or high-octane joyrides, the AB 80 showcases sleek, sporty lines and a silver composite hull.
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Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2024
Worthy, who made headlines with a time of 4.21 seconds in the 40-yard dash, could make for an exciting addition to the Chiefs’ high-octane offense.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2024
Fans can expect the high-octane energy Davido brings to his live performances, alongside higher grade of production and storytelling within the setlist.
—Emanuel Okusanya, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
The contrast of the high-drama string-laden embellishments juxtaposed against the drill snares make for a perfectly high-octane listening experience.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2024
His averages increased — from 7.7 to 11.5 points and 5.0 to 5.9 rebounds — although that is skewed by the Wildcats’ high-octane offense compared to SDSU’s slower tempo.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2024
Members value being surrounded by other high-octane doers, people who share a love for business, building, and doing good in the world.
—John Hall, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
The Shore Club, the 1940s architectural gem on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach, is poised for a high-octane return in 2027.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 26 Mar. 2024
This song is a hold-on-tight, rocket ride of high-octane music.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 25 Mar. 2024
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 22 Apr. 2024
Worthy, who made headlines with a time of 4.21 seconds in the 40-yard dash, could make for an exciting addition to the Chiefs’ high-octane offense.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2024
Fans can expect the high-octane energy Davido brings to his live performances, alongside higher grade of production and storytelling within the setlist.
—Emanuel Okusanya, Variety, 17 Apr. 2024
The contrast of the high-drama string-laden embellishments juxtaposed against the drill snares make for a perfectly high-octane listening experience.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 15 Apr. 2024
His averages increased — from 7.7 to 11.5 points and 5.0 to 5.9 rebounds — although that is skewed by the Wildcats’ high-octane offense compared to SDSU’s slower tempo.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2024
Members value being surrounded by other high-octane doers, people who share a love for business, building, and doing good in the world.
—John Hall, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024
The Shore Club, the 1940s architectural gem on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach, is poised for a high-octane return in 2027.
—Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 26 Mar. 2024
This song is a hold-on-tight, rocket ride of high-octane music.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 25 Mar. 2024
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“High-octane.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-octane. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.
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