sharper
Americannoun
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a shrewd swindler.
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a professional gambler.
noun
Etymology
Origin of sharper
Example Sentences
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"A lot of people say they feel sharper and their minds are clearer after exercise," says corresponding author J. Nicholas Betley of the University of Pennsylvania.
From Science Daily • May 16, 2026
Even sharper declines are hitting Asia, the region most reliant on Persian Gulf exports before the war.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
On social media, the debate turned sharper, touching on how Indian representation is received, framed and sometimes flattened on global stages.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
The metal has had a strong run over the past year, but its lackluster performance during the Iran conflict has disappointed some investors who expected a sharper haven bid.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
Dill wipes the water from his face and the sound of applause from the riverbank becomes sharper as the water drains from his ears.
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
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