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sharpbender

British  
/ ˈʃɑːpˌbɛndə /

noun

  1. informal  an organization that has been underperforming its competitors but suddenly becomes more successful, often as a result of new management or changes in its business strategy

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Etymology

Origin of sharpbender

C20: from the sharp upward bend in its sales or profits

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