whetstone

Example Sentences

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Warren was sitting on a box with his pocketknife and a whetstone and looked up, startled, as they came.

From Literature

You can maintain your knives at home with a whetstone and a little patience, but many cities also have excellent sharpening options — from specialty shops to culinary stores to hardware counters.

From Salon

Martin’s “A Game of Thrones” series, said, “A mind needs books as a sword needs a whetstone, if it is to keep its edge.”

From Los Angeles Times

Cordelia’s signature quirk keeps the tone featherlight while doubling as a whetstone; she constantly reminds us that training our focus on the tiniest details about elusive creatures unlocks puzzles.

From Salon

Whatever knife you choose, buy a honing rod, sharpening steel or whetstone.

From Washington Times