How to Use pointed in a Sentence

pointed

adjective
  • Opt for loafers or pointed-toe pumps.
    Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 30 Apr. 2026
  • Come for the laughs, stay for the pointed satire.
    Lauren Huff, Entertainment Weekly, 3 June 2026
  • Coyotes have more pointed ears and their tail is held low.
    David Zeug, Outdoor Life, 4 Feb. 2026
  • That reads like a very pointed statement.
    Josh Kendall, New York Times, 12 June 2026
  • The great thing about pointed-toe booties is that they can be worn with jeans, trousers, and maxi skirts.
    Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
  • The heels featured a pointed toe and a high-gloss satin finish.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019
  • Nothing transforms a pair of track pants quite like a pointed-toe heel.
    Amanda Le, InStyle, 26 June 2026
  • Sharp force injuries are those caused by sharp or pointed objects.
    Josh Campbell, CNN Money, 17 Dec. 2025
  • Her outfit was teamed with a small Dior purse and pink pointed-toe heels.
    Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
  • Markle paired the looked with a cream sweater and black pants with pointed toe shoes to complete the look.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Their larger, pointed beaks are suited for this wider menu choice.
    Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
  • This is a pointed shift in space diplomacy.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 1 May 2026
  • Many are dressed as nazarenos, wearing tunics, capes or robes and a pointed hood.
    Alexis Marshall, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026
  • The flare bottom is also fun to pair with a pointed-toe heel that’ll peep out.
    Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
  • The calf-length boots featured a pointed toe design and were made from soft black leather.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 12 Jan. 2026
  • The heel is open, which is a nice touch in the summer heat, while the pointed toe adds polish.
    Caitlyn Fitzpatrick, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
  • They’re designed with pointed toes, tonal stitching up the sides, heel tabs, and block heels.
    Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
  • After, Cate and Marie share a pointed look.
    Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2025
  • The tomato is a long, thin plum tomato with a pointed tip and fewer seeds.
    Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
  • Padding under his hat helps soften the jab of their pointed beaks.
    Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 22 Apr. 2024
  • Her wide forehead tapered to a sour mouth and little pointed chin.
    Nell Freudenberger, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026
  • To elevate it, opt for a pair of pointed heels instead.
    Sri Rain Stewart, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
  • The heels feature an ultra-sharp pointed toe and a padded insole.
    Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 7 May 2026
  • Roll up the napkin, starting at the pointed end, and fold into a u-shape.
    Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 22 Feb. 2023
  • Bend corn husks into loops and hot-glue the pointed ends together.
    Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Oct. 2023
  • Her shoes mixed a pointed oxford shape with the height of a pump and the silhouette of a mule.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2025
  • He was also made a pointed healthy scratch during the season.
    Thomas Drance, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2026
  • The Chelsea boot gets a glamorous upgrade by way of a pointed-toe and block heel.
    Christina Perrier, InStyle, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Style it with pointed kitten heels and a leather tote bag for an effortless yet chic look.
    Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 20 July 2026
  • Pierce sausage at frequent intervals with top of a small, pointed knife.
    Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 2 June 2026

Some of these examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'pointed.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Last Updated: