1
as in identifying
to find out or establish the identity of
pinpointed the culprit by tracking calls from his cell phone
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as in aiming
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 pinpointing
But pinpointing an exact drug used in an instance of date rape is seldom straightforward.
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Vivian Salama, The Atlantic, 9 Mar. 2026
One big differentiator is that unlike Apple’s AirTags, the Xiaomi Tag lacks ultra wideband (UWB) functionality for pinpointing its exact location.
—Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 28 Feb. 2026
Understanding those waves, and being able to use Einstein’s relativity to account for the arrival time differences at different locations, is key to pinpointing where those gravitational wave signals originate from.
—Big Think, 25 Feb. 2026
Understanding the differences and pinpointing key risk factors could help scientists develop more targeted and effective strategies to help dogs at risk.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 18 Feb. 2026
Paying attention to leaf discoloration, pinpointing the problem, and taking rapid action can help restore your ficus to a flourishing state.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026
But the method could prove essential for pinpointing hazardous debris on the ground to aid recovery and remediation efforts.
—Lee Billings, Scientific American, 21 Jan. 2026
That same month, the business also plans to work with other organizations in funding Blue Star Families’ release of Military Spouse Employment Research with the aim of pinpointing actionable solutions to their raging unemployment.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 19 Jan. 2026
Aquaria, season 10 winner, echoes Velour’s thoughts, pinpointing a change in runway standards around 2017-2018.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Jan. 2026
Vivian Salama, The Atlantic, 9 Mar. 2026
One big differentiator is that unlike Apple’s AirTags, the Xiaomi Tag lacks ultra wideband (UWB) functionality for pinpointing its exact location.
—Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 28 Feb. 2026
Understanding those waves, and being able to use Einstein’s relativity to account for the arrival time differences at different locations, is key to pinpointing where those gravitational wave signals originate from.
—Big Think, 25 Feb. 2026
Understanding the differences and pinpointing key risk factors could help scientists develop more targeted and effective strategies to help dogs at risk.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 18 Feb. 2026
Paying attention to leaf discoloration, pinpointing the problem, and taking rapid action can help restore your ficus to a flourishing state.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 29 Jan. 2026
But the method could prove essential for pinpointing hazardous debris on the ground to aid recovery and remediation efforts.
—Lee Billings, Scientific American, 21 Jan. 2026
That same month, the business also plans to work with other organizations in funding Blue Star Families’ release of Military Spouse Employment Research with the aim of pinpointing actionable solutions to their raging unemployment.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 19 Jan. 2026
Aquaria, season 10 winner, echoes Velour’s thoughts, pinpointing a change in runway standards around 2017-2018.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 3 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pinpointing
Verb
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However, identifying the problem was only the first step.—
Keith Cooper,
Space.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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Children begin identifying what works best for them.—
Reem Raouda,
CNBC,
8 Mar. 2026
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The administration is aiming to complete its Section 301 investigations before the 10% duties expire.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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The Michigan Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.—
Detroit Free Press Staff,
Freep.com,
14 Mar. 2026
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Throughout the fourth quarter, the Spartans (32-7) kept finding open players with near-perfect execution on offense.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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Back home, the men had experienced difficulties finding farming jobs—or any jobs at all.—
Boyce Upholt,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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As a result, Democrats warned, those groups could be prevented from casting ballots.—
Anthony Man,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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The conversation ranged from Hoover adapting her own book, collaborating with Caswill and casting country music star Lainey Wilson in the film.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Pinpointing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pinpointing. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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