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as in moment
a particular and often important moment in time
it was at that point that I had to stop and check on the experiment
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as in item
a separate part in a list, account, or series
went down the list point by point
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as in fact
a single piece of information
two points that are important to remember
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as in dot
a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part
the little points of gold in the blue ceiling are supposed to represent stars
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as in peninsula
an area of high ground jutting out into a body of water beyond the line of the coast
the racing yacht rounded the point far ahead of its closest rival
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as in cape
an area of land that juts out into a body of water
Point Reyes, California
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as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind
impeccable politeness has always been her strong point
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as in impact
the quality of an utterance that provokes interest and produces an effect
her jokes are often long, rambling stories that have no point whatsoever
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as in goal
something that one hopes or intends to accomplish
what we're doing does have a point—doesn't it?
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as in essence
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
that clueless reviewer seems to have missed the whole point of the book
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as in to aim
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Recent Examples of point
Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
Not only does this provide users with disabilities the option of making more informed choices, but also importantly introduces the notion of accessibility features positioned at a point of sale or download, incentivizing developers to leverage accessibility as a competitive advantage.
—Gus Alexiou, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Sonam Kanungo, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
The snappers are standing in a group with their camera lenses pointed towards the back row of the tiny seated area, prompting several dozen people to turn around and glare in the same direction.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 15 May 2025
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Noun
At one point, Alexander referenced another woman Mitchell had recently dated.
—Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2025
Not only does this provide users with disabilities the option of making more informed choices, but also importantly introduces the notion of accessibility features positioned at a point of sale or download, incentivizing developers to leverage accessibility as a competitive advantage.
—Gus Alexiou, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
Verb
Bonus points for those who treat data as a product, not just a pipeline.
—Sonam Kanungo, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025
The snappers are standing in a group with their camera lenses pointed towards the back row of the tiny seated area, prompting several dozen people to turn around and glare in the same direction.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for point
Noun
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Preserving 'offerings' from the protest moment People from around the world come to the square, leaving behind flowers, balloons, signs and artwork.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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This statement reveals a vision that goes far beyond the present moment, a vision rooted in legacy, purpose, and unwavering dedication.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Waiters and those who get tips Tips would not be taxed if the bill passes.—
George Petras,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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Trump’s legislation, at more than 1,100 pages, would permanently extend his 2017 tax cuts set to expire at the end of this year while introducing new policies like tax exemptions for tips and overtime wages.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
22 May 2025
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Man Utd and Tottenham on brink of face-off for Europa League title (CBS) Football is never done until it’s done — Manchester United’s ‘portrait of pandemonium’ against Lyon proved that — but there’s only minor jeopardy in predicting that the Europa League is headed for an all Premier League final.—
Phil Hay,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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Failure to act will push more seniors to the financial brink, further jeopardizing their health and well-being.—
Katie Dempsey,
Boston Herald,
27 Mar. 2025
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During the two-hour meeting — the third of three budget workshops in the past month — council members considered some three dozen potential items that could go into the coming year’s budget, picking some for funding and delaying decisions on others.—
Barbara Henry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 May 2025
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Taking place from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, the swap will feature items from Decade and Red Hot (restocked every 30 minutes) along with clothing and accessories donated by people such as yourself.—
Ben Crandell,
Sun Sentinel,
15 May 2025
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The ultimate message is one of dehumanization—treating people like pawns who can be moved at will around a global chessboard, to countries that sound less hospitable, and, in many cases, do, in fact, have poor human-rights records.—
Jon Allsop,
New Yorker,
16 May 2025
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The fact that the LCDE works in arcane mountainous regions of the Philippines where rebel groups also operate had periodically been used as a cudgel by security forces looking for a scapegoat.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
16 May 2025
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Connecting the data dots In some regions, such as the U.S. Midwest, roads are arranged on a grid that reflects land survey lines.—
Chris Simon,
The Conversation,
22 May 2025
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Michaela immediately connects the dots from her creeping assistant to Ethan’s nearby house and is disappointed and infuriated.—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
22 May 2025
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Punta Mita Rentals Book now A 1,500-acre private peninsula north of Puerto Vallarta is home to Punta Mita and its three resorts plus many condos and residences, meaning there are almost limitless options when uniting the family for a big, raucous reunion.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
AFAR Media,
16 May 2025
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The arid peninsula off Saudi Arabia in the Persian Gulf, similar in size to Connecticut, boasts deep reserves of oil and gas that have made the country the fourth-wealthiest in the world by per capita GDP and enriched its rulers, the House of Thani.—
Jeremy Bogaisky,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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In photographs from the outing, Thurman rocked a gray blazer, black turtleneck and a flowy black skirt while her youngest opted for a green cape, matching dress and small black bag.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
19 May 2025
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Brown fouled out with 2:50 left in the third quarter, banished to the Phantom Zone, hanging up his cape with 20 points on 8-for-20 shooting.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
17 May 2025
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“Point.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/point. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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