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 X-rays from Chandra (in red) show young, massive stars illuminating the wreath and sending high-energy light into interstellar space.
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Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 20 Dec. 2024
This consistency across our venues fulfills our brand promise: delivering the unique, high-energy CATCH experience in each market while adapting to the local vibe.
—Caroline Tell, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The 23-year-old has more than 19 million followers across his various platforms due to his high-energy content around online video games such as Tom Clancey’s Rainbow Six: Siege and others.
—Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Dec. 2024
Both contestants had the chance to do one slower song and one more high-energy hit, ensuring that each got to play to their strengths.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 20 Dec. 2024
This consistency across our venues fulfills our brand promise: delivering the unique, high-energy CATCH experience in each market while adapting to the local vibe.
—Caroline Tell, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
The 23-year-old has more than 19 million followers across his various platforms due to his high-energy content around online video games such as Tom Clancey’s Rainbow Six: Siege and others.
—Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 19 Dec. 2024
Both contestants had the chance to do one slower song and one more high-energy hit, ensuring that each got to play to their strengths.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
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“High-energy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-energy. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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