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Sharply

SHAH-rplee

/ˈʃɑːrpliː/

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sharply

Dictionary meaning

In an aggressive manner.

Examples

  • They were being sharply questioned.
  • The new style of Minoan pottery was sharply defined.

Synonyms: aggressively

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