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sharper

[shahr-per] / ˈʃɑr pər /


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Young people leaving care in England face a sharper increase in homelessness compared to the population more broadly, latest figures show.

From BBC

The Jets look sharper with Tyrod Taylor at quarterback and the offense actually operates on schedule.

From Los Angeles Times

The central bank trimmed rates twice since September as a “risk management” move to prevent a sharper rise in unemployment.

From MarketWatch

And if prior misleading statements are revealed in a semiannual reporting regime, we can expect to see sharper market reactions and steeper investor losses.

From Barron's

During her club gigs, Ms. Smith introduced a sharper, original approach to rock that was raw and pithy, salted with hidden references to 1960s girl groups, R&B balladeers and garage-rock bands.

From The Wall Street Journal