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In the Outer Azores, it’s sharp (5)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

razor

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'sharp' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both man-made objects as well as being singular nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'in the outer azores it's' is the wordplay.
'in' indicates the answer is hidden within the clue.
'RAZOR' is hidden within 'outer azores ts'.

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(Other definitions for razor that I've seen before include "Sharp implement" , "Device for shaving" , "It removes 2" , "Sharp blade" , "cut-throat" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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