Short, sharp nails (5)
I believe the answer is:
tacks
(Other definitions for tacks that I've seen before include "They secure" , "Changes course" , "a few points" , "They fix" , "Drawing pins" .)
I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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