sharpen
Example Sentences
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The intent is purportedly “to strengthen our footing and sharpen our focus on delivering the distinctive journalism that sets The Post apart and, most importantly, engages our customers.”
From Salon
The 64-year-old leader plans to funnel investment into domestic industries, with an aim to sharpen Japan’s technological edge in products with worldwide demand, such as semiconductors, chipmaking equipment, precision machinery and next-generation batteries.
Her voice pitched high and her breathing sharpened.
From Literature
I was next to Togbe on the bench, sharpening the blade of a hoe while he worked on the loose handle of a cutlass.
From Literature
“These steps are designed to strengthen our footing and sharpen our focus on delivering the distinctive journalism that sets The Post apart and, most importantly, engages our customers.”
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
