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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In particular, compliance, vendor due diligence, treasury operations, and HR policy development are emerging as high-impact use cases.
—Ron Shevlin, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Second, the United States would gain access to a family of expendable, high-impact drones designed specifically for contested environments.
—Hunter Lacroix, Baltimore Sun, 13 July 2025
The singer completed the high-impact look with a pair of sleek black and gold thigh-high boots, adding an extra layer of edge and sophistication to her bold performance attire.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 11 July 2025
Layering rugs on your patio is a simple yet high-impact design trick for instantly elevating the space.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 July 2025
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Ron Shevlin, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
Second, the United States would gain access to a family of expendable, high-impact drones designed specifically for contested environments.
—Hunter Lacroix, Baltimore Sun, 13 July 2025
The singer completed the high-impact look with a pair of sleek black and gold thigh-high boots, adding an extra layer of edge and sophistication to her bold performance attire.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 11 July 2025
Layering rugs on your patio is a simple yet high-impact design trick for instantly elevating the space.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 July 2025
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“High-impact.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-impact. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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