as in grinds
to make sharp or sharper
you need to sharpen your penknife's blade frequently in order to be able to whittle properly
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The National Institute of Health reports that sleep improves memory, sharpens decision-making, and enhances problem-solving skills.
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Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Mentoring also sharpens your communication and leadership skills.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Starting with the end in mind sharpens your data focus and aligns your AI initiatives with broader business goals.
—Abhishek Shivanna, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Regular exercise not only improves memory but also sharpens thinking skills and enhances overall brain health.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
This reflective practice sharpens memory and deepens your thinking.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Far from being chastened, Angelica sharpens her tone into a devastating point and unleashes a vicious referendum.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 27 Nov. 2024
For instance, coding develops your analytical and problem-solving skills—two of the most in-demand skills in the workforce today—and this sharpens through exercise, which of course is applicable across any industry.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
In an industry where persuasion is vital, strong EI sharpens leaders' ability to resonate with diverse audiences.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Mentoring also sharpens your communication and leadership skills.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Starting with the end in mind sharpens your data focus and aligns your AI initiatives with broader business goals.
—Abhishek Shivanna, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Regular exercise not only improves memory but also sharpens thinking skills and enhances overall brain health.
—Bryan Robinson, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
This reflective practice sharpens memory and deepens your thinking.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Far from being chastened, Angelica sharpens her tone into a devastating point and unleashes a vicious referendum.
—Caroline Framke, Vulture, 27 Nov. 2024
For instance, coding develops your analytical and problem-solving skills—two of the most in-demand skills in the workforce today—and this sharpens through exercise, which of course is applicable across any industry.
—Rachel Wells, Forbes, 24 Nov. 2024
In an industry where persuasion is vital, strong EI sharpens leaders' ability to resonate with diverse audiences.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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