sharper

[shahr-per] / ˈʃɑr pər /

NOUN

cheat

Synonyms

STRONG

bluff charlatan cheater chiseler crook deceiver decoy defrauder dodger double-crosser double-dealer fake hypocrite impostor jockey masquerader pretender quack rascal rogue rook scammer shark shyster swindler trickster victimizer

WEAK

bilk con artist confidence operator conniver cozener enticer inveigler

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Wage growth trends are also in even sharper focus as living costs rise.

From The Wall Street Journal

The hum of conversation around us dulls and washes out while the clattering sound of plates and glasses being stacked behind the bar gets sharper, making my ears ring.

From Literature

"The fallout of this is that we could experience sharper price spikes, broader inflation pain, and deeper recession risks, especially in import-heavy Asia," she continued.

From BBC

Bigger scale would give McCormick far more leverage with retailers, while the brands would gain sharper focus.

From The Wall Street Journal

Since then, he's been a lot sharper with his finishing.

From BBC

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