How to Use on point in a Sentence
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His serve and forehand were on point, but most importantly, his returns were effective.
—Ava Wallace, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
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On the next play, DK Metcalf torched Dean, and Rodgers’ placement was on point.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026
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The fabrics are also on point, with options like soft cashmere and cool European linen putting a luxe twist on warm-weather wardrobes.
—Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
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Wine pairings are on point and include a crisp rosé from Whidbey’s Dancing Fish Vineyards.
—Katie Nanton, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026
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Your instincts are usually on point, but the practical details still matter nonetheless.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
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Karolína Muchová is facing off against Linda Nosková — and while tennis is the main event, the fashion is on point, too.
—Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
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Further, the league constitution contains far-reaching language that is potentially on point.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 July 2026
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When Fitzgerald met with Milivojevic as the new Spartans coach, the quarterback was prepared for the meeting, on point and direct.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
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The Dark Knight alternates and occasionally worn Steel Curtain throwbacks are also on point.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026
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Fried sides are on point, with curly fries with togarashi ($5), waffle fries with herbs ($5), sweet potato fries with brown sugar and cayenne ($5) or just straight up shoestring fries ($5-7) or onion rings ($6), salted.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
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