as in neatly
in a strikingly neat and trim manner
sharply dressed groomsmen at a formal wedding
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Recent Examples of sharply
Nieves agreed that his leisure time and focus changed sharply after the birth of his child, Hudson, now 3 years old, as did his friend group updates.
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Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
As a show of their doubt, top Iranian officials have vowed to sharply retaliate if the US violates the deal.
—Lou Robinson, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
In an ideal scenario, the Iran war is over, the Strait of Hormuz is completely reopened, energy prices and inflation fall sharply and American wages rise.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 18 June 2026
Texas lawmakers press for accountability Thursday's hearing followed an April session in which Texas lawmakers sharply criticized the camp's operators, blasting their evacuation planning ahead of the storm.
—Eric Valadez, CBS News, 18 June 2026
This move contrasts sharply with peers like Nvidia and Amazon, who are issuing bonds.
—Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
That led to employers cutting back sharply on office space needs — though some, particularly in downtown Hartford, are encouraging their workers to spend more time in the office, with stepped up amenities a draw.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026
The divisions sharply trace political lines, with Republicans mostly at odds with independents and Democrats.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 17 June 2026
European gas prices also fell sharply, giving the continent a chance to restock ahead of winter, Goldman Sachs economists noted.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 17 June 2026
Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
As a show of their doubt, top Iranian officials have vowed to sharply retaliate if the US violates the deal.
—Lou Robinson, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
In an ideal scenario, the Iran war is over, the Strait of Hormuz is completely reopened, energy prices and inflation fall sharply and American wages rise.
—Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 18 June 2026
Texas lawmakers press for accountability Thursday's hearing followed an April session in which Texas lawmakers sharply criticized the camp's operators, blasting their evacuation planning ahead of the storm.
—Eric Valadez, CBS News, 18 June 2026
This move contrasts sharply with peers like Nvidia and Amazon, who are issuing bonds.
—Dara-Abasi Ita, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
That led to employers cutting back sharply on office space needs — though some, particularly in downtown Hartford, are encouraging their workers to spend more time in the office, with stepped up amenities a draw.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 17 June 2026
The divisions sharply trace political lines, with Republicans mostly at odds with independents and Democrats.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 17 June 2026
European gas prices also fell sharply, giving the continent a chance to restock ahead of winter, Goldman Sachs economists noted.
—Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 17 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sharply
Adverb
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Katie Holmes also wore sleek summer slacks and a semi-sheer top, neatly tied together with a brown belt, to the Tribeca Festival Artists Dinner.—
Christina Shepherd McGuire,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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Just outside, Jumping Junction is a new habitat where kangaroos and wallabies roam, tying neatly into Bluey's Australian roots.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
Adverb
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While most of these hover around half an hour, the show is so smartly written and cleverly crafted, more than enough story is packed into each short installment.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Interestingly, the latest high-profile college sports bill, the Protect College Sports Act, perhaps smartly steers clear of college athlete employment.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 June 2026
Adverb
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The rules are quite different from Dolphins and UM football games, so read carefully.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2026
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That means listening carefully to what customers say, what employees hear and what customers actually experience on the front line.—
Shep Hyken,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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“Sharply.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sharply. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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