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sharpen

[shahr-puhn] / ˈʃɑr pən /




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The group earlier this month set out plans to streamline distribution and sharpen leadership as it looks to weather the storms affecting the spirits sector.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

A remarkably preserved fossil from Argentina is helping scientists sharpen the picture of how snakes evolved.

From Science Daily • Apr. 24, 2026

"We have some of the best human capital anywhere in the world. We just need to sharpen it with more training," Ruto added.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

By using each outcome to sharpen our edge we can better position ourselves for what comes next.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Kids who sharpen their pencils, go to the board to do math problems, and open their books to read a poem.

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper