Thesaurus results for POINT (TOWARD)

point (toward)

verb

Definition of point (toward)

as in to look (toward)

to stand or sit with the face or front toward the town's monument to its lost fishermen points toward the sea, the source of its wealth as well as its sorrow

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The group has faced criticism over its stances on various issues, including the wars in Gaza and Iran.

— Saige Miller, NPR, 22 Oct. 2026
The move also lands weeks before Election Day, as Hochul faces Republican nominee Bruce Blakeman, who has criticized her for not opting in sooner.

— Lara Murray-Sterzel, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026

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And on the third floor, check out the event spaces including a grand terrace that fronts the High Line, where guests can watch the parkgoers and vice versa.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Oct. 2026
Conceived as a dialogue between the three master photographers, each bringing their own perspective on India, the calendar is fronted by nine women tied to the country – and then some.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026

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