as in accurate
meeting the highest standard of accuracy
the pinpoint measurement of brain tumors is critically important
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as in to identify
to find out or establish the identity of
pinpointed the culprit by tracking calls from his cell phone
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2
as in to aim
to point or turn (something) toward a target or goal
publishers like to be able to pinpoint publicity efforts where they will have the most effect
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Recent Examples of pinpoint
Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
Rushing to build a nuclear weapon is no simple task, especially under fire, with your key leadership at risk of pinpoint strikes.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
Phil Thompson, SFChronicle.com, 16 Feb. 2020
Those partnerships would be able to collect more detailed data that could more finely pinpoint actual demand by neighborhoods.
—BostonGlobe.com, 5 Nov. 2019
Olivia Cyrus
july 3, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2025
Both victims’ blood was later found on the sheath, along with DNA from a single male that ultimately helped investigators pinpoint Kohberger as the only suspect.
—Jesse Bedayn, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
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Adjective
His usual pinpoint control has suddenly disappeared.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
Rushing to build a nuclear weapon is no simple task, especially under fire, with your key leadership at risk of pinpoint strikes.
—Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
Verb
Saturday’s maneuver required pinpoint hand-eye coordination, body control and a flourish of power.
—Phil Thompson, SFChronicle.com, 16 Feb. 2020
Those partnerships would be able to collect more detailed data that could more finely pinpoint actual demand by neighborhoods.
—BostonGlobe.com, 5 Nov. 2019
Noun
Through the drone program, the Fire Department can pinpoint the address of firework users and record the usage on video.
—Olivia Cyrus
july 3, Sacbee.com, 4 July 2025
Both victims’ blood was later found on the sheath, along with DNA from a single male that ultimately helped investigators pinpoint Kohberger as the only suspect.
—Jesse Bedayn, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pinpoint
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Advertisement Read more: The True Cost of Trump’s Cuts to NOAA and NASA Many offices around the country are unable to carry out previously routine tasks like releasing weather balloons to get precise atmospheric data—and experts say forecasts have already been less accurate this year.—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
15 July 2025
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Going back and researching, Gatiss learned this was accurate.—
Jenelle Riley,
Variety,
15 July 2025
Verb
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The outlet has not been publicly identified by law enforcement.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
12 July 2025
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As of Thursday, July 10, 334 earthquakes had been identified at Mount Rainier by the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN), Cascades Volcano Observatory Public Information Officer Holly Weiss-Racine told USA TODAY.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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Israel and Hamas are engaged in indirect talks in Doha aimed at reaching a 60-day truce and hostage deal, although there has been no sign of breakthrough.—
Nidal al-Mughrabi,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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According to the outlet, the 43-year-old’s style choice was aimed at showing sartorial diplomacy.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025
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Send ideas and tips to arlyssa.becenti@arizonarepublic.com.—
Arlyssa D. Becenti,
AZCentral.com,
21 July 2025
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Best Dressed Vogue Daily newsletter Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, every day.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
20 July 2025
Adjective
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The switch-over will make the robots lighter and more damage-resistant, with more precise control over their movements.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Along with other adjustments made with tools like Photoshop, the end result is a shockingly precise view of the galaxy—the yellow mist around the spiral is actually tens of thousands of stars.—
Carlyn Kranking,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Tragically, the boy was found buried in the sand, unresponsive and showing no signs of life.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
12 July 2025
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As a 17-year-old, Gena Sims found inspiration while taking care of her sister.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 July 2025
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The whisky is rich and inviting on the nose, featuring a layered complexity of honeyed malt, orchard fruit, caramel, a hint of vanilla, and subtle notes of golden raisins and oak wood spices.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
17 July 2025
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That same year, Francis underwent a cosmetic procedure meant to narrow her nose.—
Jeff Lunden,
NPR,
17 July 2025
Adjective
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Indeed, by using the same mathematical tools provided by Einstein's theory, scientists created new models that showed the universe was, in fact, dynamic and evolving.—
Rob Coyne,
Space.com,
13 July 2025
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But by sophomore year, Williams was struggling to keep up in courses that emphasized mathematical rigor over intuition.—
Ben Brubaker,
Wired News,
13 July 2025
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“Pinpoint.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pinpoint. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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