as in edge
a harsh or sharp quality
acrimoniousness lay beneath his words, which on their face seemed harmless enough
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Noun
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Resolution on Joey Bosa, the four-time Pro Bowl edge rusher who is mulling interest from Miami.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2025 -
Using heritage milling techniques, the Candiani fabrics were made on old-school shuttle looms, a time-intensive process that yields long-lasting denim finished with selvedge’s classic self-edge.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
11 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Customers may have purchased the recalled small bites from February 6, 2025, through March 11, 2025.—
Anna Commander,
Newsweek,
15 Mar. 2025
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Mary-Lou participated in courting during the spring mating season (beginning in September in Australia), receiving bites from the males and being flipped upside down, according to a Sept. 23 video from the aquarium.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Although non-vintage, this is actually a blend of seven different vintages to add complexity and pleasing acidity.—
John Mariani,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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This recipe relies heavily on the freshness and acidity of lime juice, accented with only a touch of sweetness from orange liqueur.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Due to the severity of her injuries, Agnes will not return to the wild but has become the organization's ambassador, according to shelter operators.—
David Begnaud,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2025
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The bottom line: The severity of consequences of failing the airport theory challenge depend on the airline and your itinerary.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Acrimoniousness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acrimoniousness. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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