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acutely

[uh-kyoot-lee] / əˈkyut li /
ADVERB
sharply
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Those same wealthy Americans own a larger portion of stocks, meaning they acutely feel the wealth effect when markets go down.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

The effects of oil disruption are being most acutely felt in Asia, where multiple governments have had to take action to address fuel shortages.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

Developed in the 1970s, it has been widely used for decades because it is both highly effective at preventing weeds from growing and, acutely, very safe.

From Slate • Mar. 5, 2026

The lawsuit said the footage shows Timberlake “in an acutely vulnerable state” and includes sensitive information, including familial and medical details.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

His ears burned with the whispers around them, and he was acutely aware of the physical presence of the large black woman just inches away.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson