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Recent Examples of point-blank
Staff, Mercury News, 28 Sep. 2025
Brazilian centerback Thiago Martins first had a point-blank header off a corner kick in the 21st minute that was saved by Inter Miami goalkeeper Oscar Ustari.
—Franco Panizo, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Just as Henry seemingly got things under control and sent Tony and Ziva off to bring Tali to safety, Jonah used the distraction of an unexpected explosion to brutally stab and shoot Henry point-blank in the head.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
After a dramatic confrontation among all parties, Jonah stabs Henry in the chest and shoots him point-blank in the head.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 18 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
One of San Jose’s few mishaps on defense nearly led to a game-tying goal in the 37th minute by San Diego FC, but Onni Valakari’s attempt from point-blank range was wide right.
—Staff, Mercury News, 28 Sep. 2025
Brazilian centerback Thiago Martins first had a point-blank header off a corner kick in the 21st minute that was saved by Inter Miami goalkeeper Oscar Ustari.
—Franco Panizo, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2025
Just as Henry seemingly got things under control and sent Tony and Ziva off to bring Tali to safety, Jonah used the distraction of an unexpected explosion to brutally stab and shoot Henry point-blank in the head.
—Liza Esquibias, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2025
After a dramatic confrontation among all parties, Jonah stabs Henry in the chest and shoots him point-blank in the head.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 18 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for point-blank
Adjective
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First, let’s just straight-out ask: Are you done being an artist?—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
30 June 2025
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But as Saleh’s script advances, and the actor sees the walls closing in around him on all sides, the tone grows more desperate and the film turns into a straight-out thriller.—
Jordan Mintzer,
HollywoodReporter,
19 May 2025
Adverb
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The veil having been brusquely lifted from his eyes, Blair eventually left the service.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
2 Oct. 2025
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Gina remains loyal to Amy, who has at times treated her friend brusquely.—
Eric Andersson,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Earlier this year, China and India agreed to resume direct flights, which had been suspended since the COVID pandemic.—
Nicholas Gordon,
Fortune,
16 Oct. 2025
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Pino is more technically adept than Sarr, a threat with his direct, intelligent runs in behind back lines and his calm finishing.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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In the meantime, the words and actions of the administration have steered the Department of Homeland Security sharply away from its stated core values.—
Keith Wilson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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After hitting its record above $126,000 earlier this month, bitcoin has sold off sharply, with a weekly loss of over 8%, as of Friday morning, while gold and silver have continued to move up and remain on pace for weekly gains.—
Krysta Escobar,
CNBC,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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With its frank and thoughtful discussions about therapy and mental health, the book became immensely popular in South Korea when it was published in 2018.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
17 Oct. 2025
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And while that’s certainly an aspect of Eby’s work, the creator likes to focus on a more frank approach to teaching people about the disease.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
9 Oct. 2025
Adverb
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What a lifetime of maquila work looks like Rutilia Cano had worked for the same garment factory for 23 years – until she was abruptly made jobless in February.—
Ladan Anoushfar,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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People broke up or got married, abruptly quit jobs or threw all their money into an obscure start up, moved home to their parents or bought real estate in the city, got political, got tattoos or got in shape.—
Kate Belli,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Polished and perfect are out, and candid and messy are in.—
Carly Thomas,
HollywoodReporter,
18 Oct. 2025
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The celebrity chef has been candid in the past about his dislike for the fruit, which is most commonly found in Southeast Asian cuisine.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Tariq Bokhari was known for his outspoken approach that landed the city in hot water earlier this year.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Oct. 2025
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Across the tech industry, workers have become more outspoken in their criticism of business dealings with the Israeli military.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Point-blank.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/point-blank. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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