point to

phrasal verb

pointed to; pointing to; points to

1

: to direct attention to (someone or something) by moving one's finger or an object held in one's hand in a particular direction

She pointed to me and asked me to stand up.

2

: to mention or refer to (something) as a way of supporting an argument or claim

The prosecution is unable to point to anything that proves its case.

I can point to several past accomplishments that show that I can perform the job well.

3

: to show that something is true or probably true

All the evidence points to him as the murderer.

Her symptoms point to diabetes.

Examples of point to in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Some researchers also point to major gaps in accountability. —Preston Fore, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2025

According to the 17th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, the evidence didn't point to Kristil's alleged stalker, but her own husband. —Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025

While some see new opportunities in alternative platforms and boutique distributors, others point to audiences themselves as the ultimate safeguard. —Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2025

The Center played a critical role in drafting Arizona's law and has pointed to it as a big success. —Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 27 Sep. 2025

Rhymes for point to

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou