sharpening

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"Each galaxy can therefore be placed into the correct slice of cosmic time, sharpening the map's resolution."

From Science Daily • May 12, 2026

That also means sharpening human traits like interpersonal skills, relationship-building skills and selling skills.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

Blank Street has spent several years refining its menu, sharpening its brand identity and developing a hospitality experience that can be scaled, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

To stabilize the company’s snacks division, “we are taking decisive action, focused on sharpening our value, new product innovation and in-market execution,” Beekhuizen said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

In Catelyn's small corner of the camp, Shadd Was slicing carrots into a kettle, Hal Mollen was dicing with three of his Winterfell men, and Lucas Blackwood sat sharpening his dagger.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin