sharpening

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That also means sharpening human traits like interpersonal skills, relationship-building skills and selling skills.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

Blank Street has spent several years refining its menu, sharpening its brand identity and developing a hospitality experience that can be scaled, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

Borthwick has pledged to raise the bar in training to prepare the group for the showdown in Rome, with a focus on sharpening their attacking edge in opposition territory.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

While adults worry about sharpening their artificial-intelligence skills to remain relevant in their jobs, many of their teenage children are feeling meh about the AI revolution.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 31, 2026

Ser Oswell Whent was on one knee, sharpening his blade with a whetstone.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin