high-impact
Britishadjective
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(of a plastic or other material) able to withstand great force
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(of aerobic or other exercise) placing great stress on various areas of the body
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informal having great effect
high-impact sound
Example Sentences
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The five made a high-impact entrance, performing a searing routine that kicked off on top of an enormous encaged disco ball.
From BBC ● Sep. 19, 2026
Why it matters for brand strategists: Product policy and brand reputation have become entwined for high-profile, potentially high-impact tech players.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 14, 2026
Asked about the Vulcan deal being expedited, the Pentagon spokesperson said defense officials balance “lightning speed with rigorous diligence to close high-impact deals that directly strengthen America’s defense and empower our warfighters.”
From Salon ● May 31, 2026
The high-impact performances have trickled down the roster.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 9, 2026
He opened his tub and handed out the access points, housed in gray high-impact plastic junction boxes.
From Someone Comes to Town, Someone Leaves Town by Cory Doctorow
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