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sharpen

[ shahr-puhn ]

verb (used with or without object)

  1. to make or become sharp or sharper. sharp.


sharpen

/ ˈʃɑːə /

verb

  1. to make or become sharp or sharper
  2. music to raise the pitch of (a note), esp by one chromatic semitone Usual US and Canadian wordsharp
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˈ󲹰Ա, noun
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Other yvlog Forms

  • 󲹰IJ· noun
  • ·󲹰IJ verb (used with object)
  • ·󲹰IJ verb
  • ܲ·󲹰IJԱ adjective
  • ܲ·󲹰IJ·Բ adjective
  • ɱ-󲹰IJԱ adjective
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yvlog History and Origins

Origin of sharpen1

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; sharp, -en 1
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Example Sentences

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They often work alone, without the support of editors, researchers, or political operatives who could sharpen their messaging and deepen their impact.

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It isn't a new concept, Pochettino has previously been clear in his wish to become Spurs head coach for a second period - but the current conjecture over incumbent Ange Postecoglou's future has sharpened the issue.

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She sharpened her skills by playing in the backyard alongside her older brother, R.J., who now plays at Colorado, and his male friends, none of whom would let up on her account.

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While working as a salesperson at a small family-run furniture store, she learned to weld and sharpen her building skills during off hours.

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YouTube TV, which launched eight years ago, is hoping to sharpen its edge.

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