1
as in bitterness
a harsh or sharp quality
he found that the bland crackers helped cut the sharpness of the cheese
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2
as in chill
an uncomfortable degree of coolness
dress warmly; there's a bit of sharpness in the air today
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3
as in intelligence
exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters
possesses a political sharpness that most campaign managers would envy
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4
as in sensitivity
the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences
possesses the proverbial sharpness of an eagle's eye
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sharpness
Noun
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Just over two years ago, on Feb. 4, 2023, the observatory measured what was likely the lowest wind chill ever recorded in the United States, minus 108 degrees Fahrenheit.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA TODAY,
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With wind chills in Kansas City expected to feel as low as -18F (-28C) today (Tuesday), Concacaf postponed the first leg of the first-round match by a day.—
Elias Burke,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
Noun
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John Sawers, a former head of the British intelligence service, said there were risks to undertaking such an operation.—
Yan Zhuang,
New York Times,
17 Feb. 2025
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In fact, gas prices have increased 60% in the African nation over the last six months as Dangote’s refinery has ramped up production, according to market intelligence firm Trading Economics.—
John Hyatt,
Forbes,
17 Feb. 2025
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Imagine living within the confines of four walls mostly in silence because of brain fog and sound sensitivity.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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Now, researchers at OHSU have developed a blood test that can identify early-stage pancreatic cancer with high sensitivity and specificity.—
Michael Irving,
New Atlas,
23 Feb. 2025
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Each slice has irresistibly crispy, caramelized cheese edges that contrast with its soft, chewy center.—
Chrissy Suttles,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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This is important because the solar wind ricochets around the bubble our solar system sits within, known as the heliosphere; the edges of that bubble represent the barrier between our cosmic neighborhood and the rest of the universe.—
Monisha Ravisetti,
Space.com,
27 Feb. 2025
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Rosebud Baker is an actor, writer and comedian who somehow manages to blend dark humor and sharp wit, all while wearing the face of an angel.—
Ali Lerman,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2025
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Pickard, known for his good nature and quick wit, was the most common answer.—
Daniel Nugent-Bowman,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
Noun
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One bite and your neighbors may never try a frozen version again.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2025
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To the naked eye, the moon should look like a bite is being taken out of the lunar disk.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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Adaptive machine learning models collect and analyze real-time student and teacher learning data, delivering immediate insights.—
Ernest Toh,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Send your questions now, with Ben online to offer his expert insight at the earlier-than-usual time of 12pm to 1pm GMT.—
Ben Dinnery,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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Medium-full with very good concentration and cleansing acidity.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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The wine adds a nice acidity and body to the sauce.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Sharpness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sharpness. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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