shrewd
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On X, there’s a debate about whether Berkshire’s CEO, Greg Abel, made a shrewd move in buying the Alphabet stock.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
Most films have instead relied on resourceful camerawork, creative license and shrewd editing to bring an authentic, you-are-there quality to footage lensed mainly in and around Cannes, including iconic festival exteriors and the attendant bustle.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
His enthusiasm for the game, respect for the competition and shrewd eye helped launch Rovers from the start.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
“Genius and Anxiety,” Norman Lebrecht’s shrewd title for his 2019 study of angst and Jewish achievement, could just as easily apply to a study of Goldman.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
Robin, who had been twisting his brown fingers in the silk-fine threads which fell about his face, gave them a shrewd tug and scrambled to his feet “Now, John,” he said, seeing them at once.
From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White
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