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   Sharp·ly

   /ˈSHärplē/

   

   adverb

   • 1. with a sharp or steeply tapering edge or point: "a sharply pointed tail"
   • 2. with a sudden, piercing physical sensation or effect; intensely: "my mouth stings sharply"
   • ▪ in a critical or hurtful manner; strongly or harshly: "the plans have been sharply criticized"
   • 3. in a way that is distinct in outline or detail; clearly: "the waitress had a sharply defined jaw"
   • 4. with a sudden and marked change; dramatically: "housing values have risen sharply"
   • ▪ with a sudden change of direction: "his car swerved sharply to the left"
   • 5. with speed of perception, comprehension, or response: "a sharply observed account"

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   What is the meaning of sharply?

   • In a sharp manner; pertaining to precision. How to pronounce sharply? How to say sharply in sign language? The threat of terrorist activity has risen sharply in connection with the beginning of a mass bombing campaign in Syria, moreover, it has increased specifically in Moscow.

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   What do you mean by Sharp?

   • 1. Having a thin edge or a fine point suitable for or capable of cutting or piercing. 2. a. Having clear form and detail: a sharp photographic image. b. Terminating in an edge or a point: sharp angular cliffs; a sharp nose. c. Clearly and distinctly set forth: sharp contrasts in behavior. 3. Abrupt or acute: a sharp drop; a sharp turn. 4. a.

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   • According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “sharply” as an adverb can have the following definitions: In a well delineated manner. With a sudden, piercing physical sensation or effect; intensely. Very suddenly and to a great degree. In a way that is distinct in outline or detail; clearly. In an aggressive manner.

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   • in a way that clearly shows the differences between two things Their experiences contrast sharply with those of other children. quickly and suddenly or loudly She moved sharply across the room to block his exit. He rapped sharply on the window. He drew his breath in sharply. used to emphasize that something has a sharp point or edge

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   Definitions of sharply. adverb. very suddenly and to a great degree. “prices rose sharply ”. synonyms: precipitously. adverb. changing suddenly in direction and degree. “the road twists sharply after the light”. synonyms: acutely, sharp.

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