whets 1 of 2

present tense third-person singular of whet
as in sharpens
to make sharp or sharper whetted the knife with the grindstone

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whets

2 of 2

noun

plural of whet

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Verb
  • The National Institute of Health reports that sleep improves memory, sharpens decision-making, and enhances problem-solving skills.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Mentoring also sharpens your communication and leadership skills.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • After defending the belts in 1995, Foreman vacated the titles and later retired for good in 1997.
    Mark Puleo, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
  • After defending the belts in 1995, Foreman vacated the titles and later retired for good in 1997.
    Mark Puleo, The Athletic, 22 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Watch your step for banana slugs.
    Daniel Bromfield, The Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Watch your step for banana slugs.
    Daniel Bromfield, The Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2025
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“Whets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/whets. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.

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