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as in sword
a hand weapon with a length of metal sharpened on one or both sides and usually tapered to a sharp point
dueled with blades rather than guns
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as in knife
an instrument with a metal length that has a sharp edge for cutting
used a small blade to cut the rope
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Recent Examples of blade
Its slender, sharp blades effortlessly cut through my thickest eyebrow hairs in need of trimming without leaving them with a blunt, boxy look, and its light, compact size is easy on my sensitive wrists.
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Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 31 Jan. 2025
Each blade reflects the provenance of its materials and the techniques used, inviting collectors to engage with history.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025
The blades are sharp and cut precisely, according to one customer who also likes its ergonomic design.
—Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
This will help any larger pieces work their way closer to the blade.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2025
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Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 31 Jan. 2025
Each blade reflects the provenance of its materials and the techniques used, inviting collectors to engage with history.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025
The blades are sharp and cut precisely, according to one customer who also likes its ergonomic design.
—Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 30 Jan. 2025
This will help any larger pieces work their way closer to the blade.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2025
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However, experts think this particular sword is linked to the Vandals, a Germanic group associated with the Przeworsk culture in central and southern Poland.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
25 Feb. 2025
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The Vice President’s speech took an agreeable detour, referencing Vance’s recent visit to Les Invalides where the Marquis de Lafayette’s sword was on display.—
London Business School,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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On the bottom rack, it is recommended to point all dishes towards the silverware basket and point all spoons and forks up while placing any knives or sharp utensils down.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2025
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Prime members can also save on handy tools and appliances, like this 14-piece knife set that comes with its own storage block, plus this multifunctional air fryer that’s 47 percent off.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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Harrison’s addition of a cutter and harder slider could aid him in his quest for more whiffs.—
Justice delos Santos,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
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The extent to which the federal government has been privatized across the board is rarely discussed, especially not by would-be cost cutters like Musk and Vought.—
Andrew Cockburn,
Harper's Magazine,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Blade.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blade. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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