Learn how to tell if your scissors are dull or damaged—and the simple sharpening techniques that can bring them back to life.

Dr. Elizabeth Yuko is a bioethicist and adjunct professor of ethics at Fordham University. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Rolling Stone, CNN & Playboy.

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Sharpening scissors at home improves their cutting efficiency and keeps them in good condition. These essential household tools can become dull over time, making clean cuts difficult. If your scissors ...

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