as in to identify
to find out or establish the identity of
thus far authorities haven't been able to finger the person who's been lighting fires around town
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Recent Examples of finger
Editorial, Boston Herald, 8 Mar. 2026
Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey will sit out at least the next two games with a sprained finger, and the two-time All-Star will have additional tests to determine how long he'll be sidelined, the team announced Sunday.
—CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
Nate Jones, Vulture, 12 Jan. 2026
Our connection was a bit like that [snaps fingers].
—Derek Lawrence, HollywoodReporter, 2 Jan. 2026
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Noun
The National Transportation Safety Board pointed a finger at a lack of tracking technology and poor coordination between military and civilian flights in the region’s crowded airspace.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 8 Mar. 2026
Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey will sit out at least the next two games with a sprained finger, and the two-time All-Star will have additional tests to determine how long he'll be sidelined, the team announced Sunday.
—CBS News, 8 Mar. 2026
Verb
So plausible, in fact, that many pundits fingered each for the win at the beginning of the season.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 12 Jan. 2026
Our connection was a bit like that [snaps fingers].
—Derek Lawrence, HollywoodReporter, 2 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for finger
Noun
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Snead, who has a history of finding productive receivers that others miss — among them Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua — is skeptical of the 40 as a measuring stick.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Doors or windows that stick or brickwork that cracks are early warning signs2.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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When numerous low-altitude targets appear, radar systems detect them amid the clutter – unwanted echoes from terrain, sea surfaces, rain or buildings – before identifying and continuously tracking them, reported SCMP.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Mar. 2026
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An aunt who lived across the street from the Sontags, in the Valley, had identified Susan as a suitably bright friend for him.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Some of the most popular dishes are chicken cutlets, sausage and peppers, meatballs, penne, beef stew and the deep dish, Sicilian pizza.—
Sarah Kyrcz,
Hartford Courant,
12 Mar. 2026
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The restaurant’s chicken cutlets call for lamb fat, pork fat or pork belly to help add moisture and flavor to the ground chicken.—
Restaurant Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Drones are hard to pinpoint on radar systems calibrated for spotting high-speed missiles and can be mistaken for birds or planes.—
Emma Burrows,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Luis Ramirez, owner La Flor De Jalisco in Shakopee, Minnesota, can pinpoint every moment of growth.—
Adam Duxter,
CBS News,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Beyond, founded in 2009 and known primarily for its pea-protein burger patties and steaks, has had some turbulent times recently.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Cook sausage patties or links sliced in half (classic pork for richer flavor, turkey or chicken for a leaner option), then scramble eggs in the same pan.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Asif Merchant, a Pakistani national also known as Asif Raza Merchant, was found guilty of murder for hire and attempting to commit an act of terrorism transcending national boundaries.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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The neighborhood/area The immediate neighborhood around the resort doesn’t offer much beyond lush greenery, but drive about 15 minutes west to find the famous Alona Beach, a particularly scenic strip of sand bookended by dramatic rock walls.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The food and drink Guests discuss menu preferences in advance and an appropriate chef will be brought in accordingly to provide three meals a day, plus cakes at tea.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
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Be sure to save room for the chocolate banana cake, and wash everything down with a cocktail or two.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But other bolt-holes stand out for giving the beds themselves extra attention, distinguishing them in some particularly charming or even surreal way (see beds carved out of literal ice).—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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In early life, this tissue exposes developing immune cells to intestinal microbes, helping the body learn to distinguish between harmless symbionts and harmful pathogens.—
Lilia Goncharova,
The Conversation,
9 Mar. 2026
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“Finger.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/finger. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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