Sharpe
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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Reacting to Reform's proposals, retired Royal Navy commander Tom Sharpe told the BBC the UK's border force is better suited to managing migrant arrivals than the navy.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
People should always be cautious when they’re out on the water, Sharpe said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 17, 2026
“Talk about a negative Sharpe ratio,” quipped Ablin, referring to Wall Street’s favored measure of risk and return.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Tom Sharpe, a former Royal Navy Commander, said it's "cost-cutting, no doubt".
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2026
“Fine. I think we should call Mrs. Sharpe first.”
From "Chasing Vermeer" by Blue Balliett
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