sharply
- a word derived from sharp.
Example Sentences
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Shares of Zhipu AI rose sharply after the Chinese artificial-intelligence company announced plans for a US$4 billion fundraising to support growth, despite pricing the new shares at a discount.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 9, 2026
Despite this, the practice has only grown with the cost of these placements also rising sharply.
From BBC • Jul. 8, 2026
They can widen more sharply when investors suddenly demand more compensation to trade in a specific name or industry.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 7, 2026
But levels of fine particulate matter spiked sharply during the main show, leaving people watching from the south with an obscured view as smoke came billowing their way.
From Barron's • Jul. 6, 2026
“I’ve got to go. See you at school,” she said sharply.
From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez
