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Blunt

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Safety FirstPlay
A blunt object is dull, so it might seem safer, but it can still be dangerous if used with force. SlideEven a blunt axe can cause injury if mishandled.
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Cutting DifficultyPlay
Using a blunt knife makes it harder to cut and may require more force, sometimes causing accidents. SlideIt's hard to slice tomatoes with a blunt knife without squashing them.
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Metaphorical UsePlay
'Blunt' can describe someone's mental sharpness, implying they are slow to understand or perceive. SlideHe's a bit blunt, so you may need to explain the joke to him.