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Recent Examples of sharpen
Based on the image sizes in pixels as well as the sensor's resolution, the Odyssey Pro seems to employ 4x digital (software-based) zoom on these objects, stacking multiple individual frames while weeding out inferior ones, enabling the image to sharpen over time.
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PCMAG, 10 Mar. 2025
These academic experiences not only sharpened her global perspective but also deepened her passion for working with diverse cultures and people.
—Roger Sands, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
These experiences sharpened his understanding of large-scale operations and project management, skills that would later prove invaluable in his entrepreneurial journey.
—Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
That experience, combined with his own athletic background, sharpened his instincts for where the industry was headed.
—Mike Dojc, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
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PCMAG, 10 Mar. 2025
These academic experiences not only sharpened her global perspective but also deepened her passion for working with diverse cultures and people.
—Roger Sands, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
These experiences sharpened his understanding of large-scale operations and project management, skills that would later prove invaluable in his entrepreneurial journey.
—Jason Phillips, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2025
That experience, combined with his own athletic background, sharpened his instincts for where the industry was headed.
—Mike Dojc, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sharpen
Verb
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These mental health conditions can lead to bruxism (teeth grinding), which can affect the tongue.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
16 Mar. 2025
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The state’s most populous city provides a disappointing recent example of why money will never be enough to fix grinding problems.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Other gardens surround historic homes and offer educational events for those looking to hone their green thumb.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
18 Mar. 2025
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Xavier consistently strives for excellence, investing countless hours into honing his craft while demonstrating a deep passion for self-expression and storytelling.—
Heide Janssen,
Orange County Register,
16 Mar. 2025
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Season 4 doesn’t yet have an official release date, but fans can whet their appetites with the below first-look video, which features behind-the-scenes filming footage of the cast on set in London.—
Erin Strecker,
IndieWire,
14 Feb. 2025
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My colleague Jenn Harris offers up eight options that should whet your appetite.—
Kevinisha Walker,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Sharpen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sharpen. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.
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