sharpen

Example Sentences

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The difference is that in prediction markets, people are wagering actual money, which tends to sharpen the mind in ways that answering a pollster’s call during dinner does not.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2026

Republicans held a retreat at Trump’s Doral resort in Florida earlier this week to figure out their policy agenda for the rest of the year and sharpen their message ahead of the midterm elections.

From Slate • Mar. 14, 2026

If that happens, “people should start to sharpen their pencils,” he says.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Last month, the company halted production of gin and vodka brands at its distillery in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, in order to "sharpen" the businesses focus.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

"How he gonna sharpen it on the floor, yo?"

From "Miracle's Boys" by Jacqueline Woodson