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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His company has helped clients achieve significant cost savings through advanced energy modeling and high-impact building infrastructure projects.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2024
Rees breaks down exactly what to do for this low time commitment but high-impact kitchen DIY project.
—Perri Ormont Blumberg, Architectural Digest, 27 Dec. 2024
Leaders need to build strategic, high-impact relationships—rather than broad, shallow connections—focusing on innovation, enhancing adaptability and providing critical insights across sectors.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Blended finance structures are enabling high-impact projects by sharing risk.
—Francois Botha, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 28 Dec. 2024
Rees breaks down exactly what to do for this low time commitment but high-impact kitchen DIY project.
—Perri Ormont Blumberg, Architectural Digest, 27 Dec. 2024
Leaders need to build strategic, high-impact relationships—rather than broad, shallow connections—focusing on innovation, enhancing adaptability and providing critical insights across sectors.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Blended finance structures are enabling high-impact projects by sharing risk.
—Francois Botha, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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“High-impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-impact. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.
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