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sharpen

[shahr-puhn] / ˈʃɑr pən /




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“Star players absolutely helped sharpen our instincts as producers.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Fortunately, we saw enough to sharpen up a list of favorites.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

“May this persecution, like the thorns that afflicted Paul, sharpen our courage and make our faith as solid as a rock.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Well, that is when dividend investors need to download the 10-K and sharpen their pencils.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Captain Smith finds me using a hatchet to sharpen palisade post tips.

From "Blood on the River" by Elisa Carbone




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