1
as in bitterness
a harsh or sharp quality
he found that the bland crackers helped cut the sharpness of the cheese
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as in chill
an uncomfortable degree of coolness
dress warmly; there's a bit of sharpness in the air today
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as in intelligence
exceptional discernment and judgment especially in practical matters
possesses a political sharpness that most campaign managers would envy
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as in sensitivity
the state or quality of being able to sense slight impressions or differences
possesses the proverbial sharpness of an eagle's eye
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Recent Examples of sharpness
Where the sharpness and definition can fade as viewers pull back projectors for super large screenings, AWOL Vision hit CES 2026 with a new model aimed at nipping that in the bud.
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New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2026
Maison Estelle’s sharpness comes from its Cotswolds outpost.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 6 Feb. 2026
This sharpness and stability only translate into better handling and even more phenomenal steering.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 4 Feb. 2026
That mental sharpness pairs with constant activity.
—Miami Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
Four goals in four games, with him only being at 70-80 per cent fitness and sharpness.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
In the collision of spice, sharpness and seedy crunch, and in the sponging way potatoes soak up butter, the intensity never seems like too much.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
Publix Sharp Cheddar Cheese Testers found this cheese to be more mild tasting than the others, with a subtle sharpness and savory taste.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
Grows his finger nails long to test the sharpness of his own skates.
—Jr Radcliffe, jsonline.com, 27 Jan. 2026
New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2026
Maison Estelle’s sharpness comes from its Cotswolds outpost.
—Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 6 Feb. 2026
This sharpness and stability only translate into better handling and even more phenomenal steering.
—Byron Hurd, The Drive, 4 Feb. 2026
That mental sharpness pairs with constant activity.
—Miami Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
Four goals in four games, with him only being at 70-80 per cent fitness and sharpness.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 1 Feb. 2026
In the collision of spice, sharpness and seedy crunch, and in the sponging way potatoes soak up butter, the intensity never seems like too much.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 29 Jan. 2026
Publix Sharp Cheddar Cheese Testers found this cheese to be more mild tasting than the others, with a subtle sharpness and savory taste.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 28 Jan. 2026
Grows his finger nails long to test the sharpness of his own skates.
—Jr Radcliffe, jsonline.com, 27 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sharpness
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Anger over the bloodshed now adds to the bitterness over the economy, which has been hollowed out by decades of sanctions, corruption and mismanagement.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Feb. 2026
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The bright fragrant baking spice from Angostura Bitters is replaced with the deep earth of the Cynar whose bitterness brings a constant low hum, like engine noise on an airplane.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
14 Feb. 2026
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Its intelligent brake and reverse (iBR) system adds specific control when slowing down or maneuvering around objects or when docking, along with different ride modes that let the rider chill (or sharpen) the throttle response depending on conditions.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 Feb. 2026
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So the question now for both Main Street retailers and Wall Street investors is whether the weather temporarily froze spending or exposed a deeper chill in consumer demand.—
Allie Canal,
NBC news,
14 Feb. 2026
Noun
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An array of former intelligence and law enforcement officials have received subpoenas in the investigation.—
Eric Tucker,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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About 13 million barrels per day of crude oil transited the Strait of Hormuz in 2025, accounting for roughly 31% of global seaborne crude flows, data provided by market intelligence firm Kpler showed.—
Sam Meredith,
CNBC,
17 Feb. 2026
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When the estrogen hormone declines during perimenopause, the body’s insulin sensitivity decreases, too, which affects overall metabolism.—
Alexa Mikhail,
Flow Space,
13 Feb. 2026
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But the price sensitivity of consumers for weight loss drugs remains a big unknown, which makes greater volumes and more access points important.—
Annika Kim Constantino,Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2026
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Arm's chip designs power most of the world's smartphones and are increasingly used in AI data centers and edge computing devices.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
5 Feb. 2026
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On Thursday afternoon, OpenAI released a new cutting-edge coding model that the company said assisted in its own creation.—
Jared Perlo,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
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The film invites viewers to experience the rhythm, drama, and intimacy of life at the edge of the world, revealing that in the coldest corners of the earth one finds the warmest people, brimming with wit, resilience, and generosity.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2026
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Her collection of speculative essays, Stranger Faces, a 2020 National Book Critics Circle criticism finalist, showcases her wry wit and wide range of cultural interests, from Derrida to Keanu Reeves.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Feb. 2026
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Stir together the remoulade as the crab cakes cook, so as little time as possible stands between you and your first bite.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
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Infected cats can carry the fungus in their claws or skin lesions, and scratches or bites can transmit the infection to humans.—
Leslie Baumann,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
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But the study still has some useful insights for us, and the most important is that injuries don’t come out of nowhere.—
Alex Hutchinson,
Outside,
14 Feb. 2026
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The General Land Office manages public land, public school funding, and disaster relief, yet most Texans have little insight into how decisions are made.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Sharpness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sharpness. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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