hard-edged
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of hard-edged
First recorded in 1950–55
Example Sentences
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The bare-legged dancers sport various hard-edged, geometric designs on their sleek costumes, designed by Reid Bartelme and Harriet Jung.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
Brian Cox is one of Hollywood’s go-to guys when they need to convey something hard-edged and world-weary.
From Salon • Dec. 9, 2025
Speaking in the House of Commons, Cabinet Office minister Pat McFadden said the strategy offered a "plan that is both clear-eyed and hard-edged about the challenges we face."
From BBC • Jun. 24, 2025
Lisa was up first, on Friday night, with a slick, highly-choreographed set that combined hard-edged rap cuts like Money and Lifestyle, with the softer sounds of Moonlit Floor and Dream.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2025
She speaks the hard-edged lexicon of bygone tourists itchy to throw dice on green felt or asphalt.
From "Dreaming in Cuban" by Cristina García
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