sharpen

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In late April, Diller said IAC would change its name to People Incorporated, reduce staff and sharpen its focus.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Fortunately, we saw enough to sharpen up a list of favorites.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

“Today’s announcement reflects our intention to further sharpen our portfolio, increase our focus on technologies where we see the strongest long-term growth opportunities and drive sustained, innovation-led differentiation,” said Syensqo Chief Executive Mike Radossich.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

“Spencer Pratt is using AI the way it should be used, which is to sharpen reality,” said Matt Klink, an L.A.-based Republican political consultant.

From Los Angeles Times • May 18, 2026

You got a whetstone around, I could sharpen it for you.”

From "Shiloh" by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor