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sharply

ADVERB
piercingly
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Sharply dressed Shah, better known as Balen, has emerged as a symbol of youth-driven political change.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

Sharply rising prices, especially for essentials such as food, have been central to cost of living pressures felt in recent times.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2023

Sharply higher gas prices drove much of the increase.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 14, 2023

Sharply higher official interest rates have yielded record profits for banks, as lenders were able to hike the cost of loans while holding off paying more on deposits.

From Reuters • Aug. 8, 2023

When My father turned Sharply, mi perrito barked Because it’s his job To make noise Of oncoming danger.

From "Neighborhood Odes" by Gary Soto




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