reference point

noun

: something that is used to judge or understand something else
The professor used the study as a reference point for evaluating and discussing other theories.

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Pittman’s 2024 extension, when the 26-year-old signed for $23.3 million annually after a 109-catch season, is a solid reference point. Luca Evans, Denver Post, 23 May 2025 Since her breakout in 2020, the 24-year-old has carved out a distinct space in the pop landscape, her signature sound is now a reference point for a new generation of artists. Gabrielle MacAfee, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2025 Whether Uruguay remains a reference point for thoughtful regulation or is overtaken by more commercially agile markets will depend on its willingness to evolve. Javier Hasse, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 Beyond the traditional trade show format, new immersive experiences and workshops will elevate the event into a cultural as well as commercial reference point. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for reference point

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“Reference point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reference%20point. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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