1
as in identifies
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 aims
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 pinpoints
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
The city’s ShotSpotter system is a network of sound-detection sensors that pinpoints the location of gunshots and sends alerts to police.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026
Smith correctly pinpoints the inception of consumer-grade technology and the rise of punk rock in New York as reasons for public access’ cult-like success.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2026
Martin pinpoints a crucial scene just over halfway through the season.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025
The app also pinpoints nearby clinics, increasing awareness for women who may not have otherwise known about them.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Verb
This tool pinpoints the ancient latitude of any modern location, tracing its journey back to the peak of the supercontinent Pangaea.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Apr. 2026
The city’s ShotSpotter system is a network of sound-detection sensors that pinpoints the location of gunshots and sends alerts to police.
—Shelly Bradbury, Denver Post, 15 Apr. 2026
Smith correctly pinpoints the inception of consumer-grade technology and the rise of punk rock in New York as reasons for public access’ cult-like success.
—Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 24 Jan. 2026
Martin pinpoints a crucial scene just over halfway through the season.
—Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2025
The app also pinpoints nearby clinics, increasing awareness for women who may not have otherwise known about them.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pinpoints
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The bill would require developers to create and publish a transparency framework explaining how the company applies industry standards, measures model capabilities and chance of catastrophic risk, and identifies and responds to safety incidents.—
Jenna Schweikert,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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LoGiudice identifies three drivers behind inconsistency that rarely get discussed together.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Jim Lehrman, a Pleasanton resident and hydrogeologist, has advocated against the new wells, citing an online petition with over 500 signatures that aims to stop them at risk of further PFAS contamination to the region’s drinking water aquifer.—
Kyle Martin,
Mercury News,
27 May 2026
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The app aims to address the struggle that emerging designers face, which is a massive, exhausting logistical challenge.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
Noun
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Read More TopicsSex and the CitySummer Fashion Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday.—
Max Berlinger,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
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Sign up to The Selection newsletter for hands-on product reviews, expert shopping tips and a look at the best deals and sales each week.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
29 May 2026
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The leader who does excellent work in private, who processes carefully before speaking and who finds large group settings actively draining is usually unaware of just how much their patterns of presence and withdrawal are being (mis)read by the team depending on them.—
Bill Koch,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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There are hints of a far better movie peeking out from Maras’ dull weather drama, and the Australian director nearly finds it on numerous occasions.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
26 May 2026
Verb
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The film casts Courtenay as Norman, the devoted, slightly fey dresser to a declining Shakespearean actor (Finney) touring England during the Blitz.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2026
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The finding casts doubt on previous studies that used these tools without accounting for intelligence and suggests depression screening in doctor’s offices may be flawed.—
Simon Makin,
Scientific American,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Howard added 22 points and grabbed a team-best eight rebounds, and Miles added 16 points and eight assists.—
Mike Cook,
Twin Cities,
28 May 2026
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The matchup will bear some tension following last Friday’s heated game, when Clark silenced critics by returning from a back injury to post 22 points and nine assists in an Indiana victory.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
28 May 2026
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The student allegedly suffered severe blood loss due to bloody noses and blood clotting that required medical attention.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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These Kleenex tissue packs can be used for runny noses, watery eyes, and to wipe your mouth.—
Katie Jackson,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2026
Noun
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Is technology intrinsically bad, or can it be harnessed for progressive ends?—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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The report concluded that a mere $1,000 hike in the annual cost of living would leave another 3 million households unable to make ends meet.—
Stephan Bisaha,
NPR,
28 May 2026
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