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sharper

[shahr-per] / ˈʃɑr pər /


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However, the World Bank warned that a more prolonged conflict would lead to a sharper slowdown.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

A larger five by five array of detectors could produce sharper maps and complete the work more quickly.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

Those crypto-specific pressures have come into sharper focus after Strategy sold a small amount of bitcoin earlier this week.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Swirling breeze requires sharper footwork and Sabalenka was hindered by her poor court positioning.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Finn said, his voice sharper than he’d intended.

From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby




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