razor

noun

ra·zor | \ ˈrā-zər

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Definition of razor

: a keen-edged cutting instrument for shaving or cutting hair

Examples of razor in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Democrats hold a razor-thin 50-50 majority in the Senate (Vice President Kamala Harris would break any ties), meaning most legislation would require that 10 Republican senators join with Democrats to advance most legislation. — Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, "Biden Excludes Student Loan Forgiveness From Budget Proposal, But Calls For More Funding For Higher Ed: Key Details," 9 Apr. 2021 Democrats currently hold the House and Senate by razor-thin margins, which Kondik said could easily slip during the 2022 midterm elections. — Allison Pecorin, ABC News, "Manchin's firm stance on filibuster, reconciliation threatens ambitious Biden agenda," 8 Apr. 2021 The president has promised to nominate the first Black woman to the Supreme Court should a vacancy arise, and Democrats currently have a razor-thin majority in the Senate, with Vice President Kamala Harris casting tie-breaking votes. — Melissa Quinn, CBS News, "Justice Stephen Breyer warns Supreme Court expansion could erode public trust," 7 Apr. 2021 The issue of capacity — whether arts organizations operating on razor-thin margins could afford to operate at anything less than a full house — plagued their planning process. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, "California theaters and concert halls can reopen June 15. With good news comes whiplash," 6 Apr. 2021 With a razor-thin Democratic majority in the House, Pelosi can afford to lose almost none of her party members’ votes — giving a handful of Democrats inordinate influence over a bill’s direction. — Tal Kopan, San Francisco Chronicle, "Pelosi supports restoring tax break that benefited Californians," 1 Apr. 2021 From surprise cost overruns to weather delays, margins can be razor thin. — Jim Buchta, Star Tribune, "Twin Cities agents offer remodeling services amid scramble for homes to sell," 30 Mar. 2021 Discouraged by the razor-thin margins and lack of control in dropshipping, Mr. Green started looking into selling his own products. — John Herrman, New York Times, "The Great Amazon Flip-a-Thon," 17 Mar. 2021 Even as his administration navigates the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic damage, Biden is grappling with how to deliver on a host of big promises despite a razor-thin Senate majority. — Jonathan Lemire, Anchorage Daily News, "Biden leaves door open for change in Senate procedures to move his agenda forward," 26 Mar. 2021

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razor

noun

English Language Learners Definition of razor

: a tool or device with a sharp edge that is used to shave or cut hair from the face, body, or head

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razor

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ra·zor | \ ˈrā-zər

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: a sharp cutting instrument used to shave off hair

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