Definition of sharpennext
as in to grind
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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Recent Examples of sharpen The Corolla still pumps out 300 horsepower but engineers have increased torque to 302 lb-ft and sharpened the drivetrain to provide even more aggressive acceleration and improved response, making the GRMN version the most potent ever. Peter Lyon, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026 Ambition meets heart as the temperamental Moon in your 10th House of Career conjoins warrior Mars there, sharpening visibility and focus. Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 12 June 2026 Wetzel came to see collaborative songwriting as a way not to mute his point of view but to sharpen it. Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 12 June 2026 Haygood focused on sharpening the mental approach of his players. Dan Albano, Oc Register, 12 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sharpen
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  • That ability, according to a white paper by one of the manufacturers, is possible through technology that allows an agent to communicate with the drone and substitute themselves as the operator, take it over and ground it.
    Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026
  • The Food Processor quickly chops, slices, and shreds a wide array of ingredients for unlimited culinary creations, while the Coffee & Spice Grinder efficiently grinds coffee beans, spices, and herbs for superior flavor and potency.
    ABC News, ABC News, 16 June 2026
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  • Jordan remains a beloved location not only because of its awe-inspiring cultural and geological sites but also due to a dynamic film industry and highly skilled crews honed over decades of hosting international productions.
    Ed Meza, Variety, 15 June 2026
  • The kitchen includes white oak cabinets, honed quartzite counters, and a walk-in pantry.
    The Week US, TheWeek, 14 June 2026
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  • Some of the Summertime launch‘s most delicious harvests have already sold out, so don’t think too long or too hard about it before snagging everything that catches your eye… and whets your appetite.
    Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 4 June 2026
  • Apple will reveal the major details of what’s coming, with in-depth previews to whet everyone’s appetite.
    David Phelan, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026

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“Sharpen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sharpen. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.

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