razor-sharp

adjective

1
: very sharp
Sharks have razor-sharp teeth.
2
: showing a lot of intelligence or the ability to think quickly
a razor-sharp attorney
a razor-sharp wit/mind

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Pechman’s foundational strength is a subtle but razor-sharp sense of observation. Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 11 Sep. 2026 Performed exactly as written, the scene showcases Eisenberg’s razor-sharp script and the syncopated timing of two veterans, anchoring a story about mentorship, imagination and how performance can make invisible lives feel seen. Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 7 Sep. 2026 Its fast 180-hertz refresh rate, paired with a 1ms response time, keeps on-screen action razor-sharp, and AMD FreeSync technology eliminates tearing and stuttering. Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2026 The Vertigo pumps were a glossy complement to Clooney’s graphic gown in black silk taffeta, which was defined by narrow sculptural panels and irregular razor-sharp pleating. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for razor-sharp

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“Razor-sharp.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/razor-sharp. Accessed 20 Sep. 2026.

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