100 Examples of sentences containing the adverb "sharply"

Definition

The adverb "sharply" has several meanings:

1. In a manner that is sudden or abrupt, often causing a strong reaction or effect.
2. In a way that is clear and distinct, often relating to a change in tone, attitude, or direction.
3. In a manner that is keenly perceptive or incisive, often relating to criticism or observation.
4. In a way that is steep or severe, often used to describe angles or rates of change.

Synonyms

• Suddenly
• Abruptly
• Clearly
• Distinctly
• Keenly
• Critically
• Severely
• Steeply

Antonyms

• Gradually
• Softly
• Bluntly
• Vaguely
• Mildly
• Smoothly

Examples

1. The temperature dropped sharply overnight.
2. She turned sharply to face her critics.
3. The stock prices fell sharply after the announcement.
4. He spoke sharply, highlighting the mistakes made in the project.
5. The curve in the road turned sharply to the left.
6. The teacher's voice rose sharply when the students started talking.
7. The knife cut through the fabric sharply.
8. His remarks came sharply after the meeting ended.
9. The dog barked sharply, startling everyone in the room.
10. The wind shifted sharply, bringing a sudden chill.
11. She criticized the plan sharply, pointing out its flaws.
12. The car stopped sharply at the red light.
13. The economy is expected to rebound sharply this quarter.
14. He turned sharply on his heel and walked away.
15. The colors in the painting contrast sharply with one another.
16. The student answered the question sharply, impressing the teacher.
17. Prices increased sharply due to limited supply.
18. The discussion escalated sharply after the new evidence was presented.
19. She raised her eyebrows sharply at his comment.
20. The eagle swooped down sharply to catch its prey.
21. The team’s performance improved sharply in the second half.
22. He inhaled sharply when he realized his mistake.
23. The rules were applied sharply after the incident.
24. The artist's style changed sharply over the years.
25. The light changed sharply, signaling the end of the presentation.
26. The athlete sprinted sharply towards the finish line.
27. Her tone became sharply critical during the discussion.
28. The fish swam sharply away from the approaching danger.
29. The temperature fluctuated sharply throughout the day.
30. His mood shifted sharply when he received the bad news.
31. The edges of the paper were cut sharply for a clean finish.
32. She responded sharply, catching everyone off guard.
33. The company's profits dropped sharply this year.
34. He felt a sharp pain in his side when he twisted.
35. The meeting ended sharply, leaving many questions unanswered.
36. The fog lifted sharply, revealing the landscape.
37. She turned around sharply, sensing someone behind her.
38. The plot of the story changed sharply towards the end.
39. The feedback was given sharply, but it was constructive.
40. The wind blew sharply, making it difficult to walk.
41. The sound cut through the silence sharply.
42. He felt the temperature drop sharply as the sun set.
43. The report pointed out sharply the need for changes.
44. The debate took a sharp turn when new evidence came to light.
45. The rules were enforced sharply, leaving no room for leniency.
46. The criticism was delivered sharply, but it was necessary.
47. The clock struck twelve sharply, signaling the start of the new year.
48. The athlete moved sharply to dodge the opponent.
49. The colors in the sunset contrasted sharply against the darkening sky.
50. The car navigated the sharp curve with ease.
51. The teacher's voice rang sharply in the quiet classroom.
52. The change in policy was announced sharply and without warning.
53. The meeting was called to order sharply at ten o'clock.
54. She gasped sharply when she saw the surprise.
55. The road inclined sharply, making it difficult to drive.
56. He adjusted his glasses sharply, focusing on the text.
57. The temperature rose sharply as the sun came out.
58. The thunder crashed sharply, startling everyone.
59. The child spoke sharply, demanding attention.
60. The news hit him sharply, leaving him in shock.
61. The discussion turned sharply when politics were mentioned.
62. The sudden noise interrupted her sharply.
63. The pencil's tip broke sharply, making it unusable.
64. She felt the cold air sharply against her skin.
65. His laughter rang out sharply in the quiet room.
66. The dog reacted sharply to the sound of the doorbell.
67. The employee's performance declined sharply this quarter.
68. The ship changed course sharply, avoiding disaster.
69. Her expression changed sharply when she heard the news.
70. The debate intensified sharply towards the end.
71. He spoke sharply, making his point clear.
72. The knife sliced through the bread sharply.
73. The wind howled sharply, making it hard to hear.
74. The temperature fluctuated sharply throughout the day.
75. The athlete's performance improved sharply in the finals.
76. She turned sharply, catching sight of her friend.
77. The criticism was delivered sharply, cutting deep.
78. The train stopped sharply, causing a slight jolt.
79. The road veered sharply to the right.
80. The doctor instructed him to breathe in sharply.
81. The contrast between the two colors was sharply noticeable.
82. He ended the conversation sharply, wanting to leave.
83. The mood in the room changed sharply after the announcement.
84. The storm approached sharply, darkening the sky.
85. She noticed the change in his tone sharply.
86. The car's brakes screeched sharply as it stopped.
87. The athlete pushed herself sharply to improve her time.
88. The painting’s colors clashed sharply with the decor.
89. The rules were enforced sharply, leaving no exceptions.
90. He reacted sharply to the unexpected question.
91. The debate shifted sharply to climate change.
92. The presentation concluded sharply on a positive note.
93. The cut on his finger stung sharply.
94. The change in temperature felt sharply different.
95. The dog lunged sharply at the intruder.
96. The actor's performance was sharply criticized in reviews.
97. The car took the corner sharply, almost drifting.
98. She answered the question sharply, not hesitating.
99. The investment's value increased sharply after the news.
100. The fabric felt sharply different to the touch.