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analytic(logical, psychic, clairvoyant, telekinetic, systematic)
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analytical(adjective, severe, sharp, harsh, critical)
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apperceptive(perceptive, observant, insightful)
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awake(understanding, sharp, smart, sensitive, shrewd)
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bleak(adjective, cool, severe, keen, sharp)
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brisk(adjective, cool, severe, keen, sharp)
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brumal(adjective, cool, severe, keen, sharp)
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chilling
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clear-cut(adjective, sharp, powerful, unkind, cutting)
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comprehending(verb, correct, smart, bright, alert)
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cool(adjective, severe, keen, sharp, intense)
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corrosive
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cunning(sharp, smart, intelligent, clever, astute)
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deafening
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devastating
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earsplitting(adjective, sharp, intense, loud, piercing)
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edged(adjective, strong, sharp, intense, powerful)
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