point (out)

verb

Definition of point (out)next
as in to indicate

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for point (out)
  1. indicate
  2. suggest
  3. signal
  4. imply
  5. signify
  6. intend
  7. infer
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  • Astronomers have cataloged more than 6,000 exoplanets and are examining the atmospheres of promising worlds for gases that could indicate biological activity.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Who starts Saturday’s game at Kansas is uncertain, but Frost indicated that Barnett could see action this weekend against the Jayhawks.
    — Matt Murschel, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of indicate
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  • The figures suggest that nearly four out of five candidates who began Hell Week were able to finish it.
    — James LaPorta, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Unitree later suggested that the robot may have entered the competition without proper tuning, sparking online debate about humanoid robot endurance and their ability to operate in demanding real-world environments.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of suggest
Verb
  • As the final whistle blew at CPKC Stadium, signaling victory for the Kansas City Current in a Saturday playoff match, a release of joy swept across the field.
    — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026
  • While the pledge signals a growing commitment to addressing the environmental impact, questions remain about accountability, transparency and how progress will be measured.
    — Dan Peck, ABC News, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of signal
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  • A lot of these orderly compositions soon give off the impression of a cage — if Mari Kusu’s performance as Takeshi’s mother, bristling with frustration, didn’t already imply as much.
    — Kambole Campbell, Variety, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Indoor/outdoor doormats, as their name implies, have flexible-use designs.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of imply
Verb
  • In this view, the use of force signifies the abdication of political power rather than its culmination.
    — David Sacks, Foreign Affairs, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The new name follows a $50 million gift to CCMC from entrepreneur, civic leader and philanthropist Tom Golisano in 2025 and signifies the hospital joining the Golisano Children’s Alliance.
    — Livi Stanford, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of signify
Verb
  • Researchers intend to expand international fieldwork across the Austronesian-speaking regions, the Himalayas, and historical Silk Road networks.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 1 Nov. 2026
  • In global markets, these technologies are intended for Mercedes-Benz Actros and Arocs trucks and Mercedes-Benz and Setra touring coaches, with availability scheduled to begin in April 2027.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of intend
Verb
  • Clifton also argued that a jury could reasonably infer that Ouellette caused the bloody nose and that bringing the cooler to the party meets the criteria of providing alcohol to a minor.
    — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Personal information includes browsing and purchase histories, location, income and information inferred from other data.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of infer
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“Point (out).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/point%20%28out%29. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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