high-impact
adjective
high-im·pact
ˈhī-ˈim-ˌpakt 
sports
: relating to or involving a physical activity (such as jumping or running) in which the body makes forceful and usually repeated contact with the ground
high-impact sports/exercises
a high-impact workout
high-impact wrestling moves
… a high-impact sports bra that's designed to provide ample support …—
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However, high-impact use cases, such as financial approvals or compliance processes, need human judgment.
—Shay Solomon, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
This year’s fundraiser will take place at a private Solana Beach residence, overlooking the lagoon and coast, where guests will celebrate WILDCOAST’s high-impact conservation work.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
The next high-impact rain chance looks to be on Thursday with widespread heavy rain and thunderstorms in the forecast.
—Michael Autovino, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Under Korek, who joined in 2020, the event has evolved into a high-impact philanthropy moment drawing international donors and cultural figures across various creative sectors.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
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Shay Solomon, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
This year’s fundraiser will take place at a private Solana Beach residence, overlooking the lagoon and coast, where guests will celebrate WILDCOAST’s high-impact conservation work.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2026
The next high-impact rain chance looks to be on Thursday with widespread heavy rain and thunderstorms in the forecast.
—Michael Autovino, CBS News, 19 May 2026
Under Korek, who joined in 2020, the event has evolved into a high-impact philanthropy moment drawing international donors and cultural figures across various creative sectors.
—Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 18 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for high-impact
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“High-impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-impact. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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