1
as in tipped
tapering to a thin tip
the sansevieria's long pointed leaves make it an easily recognized houseplant
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2
as in relevant
having to do with the matter at hand
he made a number of pointed remarks on the crisis abroad
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Recent Examples of pointed
Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
But on a new podcast, Columbus made more pointed remarks about the project, reacting to photos making the rounds of Hagrid (Nick Frost) leading around a young Harry (Dominic McLaughlin) around London.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2025
The result is a slowly shifting kaleidoscope of bright, consonant sound, which, with its pointed title, easily digestible concept, and improvisatory spirit, was also a rejection of the cerebral atonality then in vogue.
—William Robin, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2025
The song, which was reminiscent of music from her Fearless era, also included some pointed football references as a nod to Kelce.
—Kelsie Gibson, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Military helicopters hovered above, police and soldiers on the streets with pointed guns, debris everywhere.
—Arick Wierson, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
But on a new podcast, Columbus made more pointed remarks about the project, reacting to photos making the rounds of Hagrid (Nick Frost) leading around a young Harry (Dominic McLaughlin) around London.
—James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 27 Aug. 2025
The result is a slowly shifting kaleidoscope of bright, consonant sound, which, with its pointed title, easily digestible concept, and improvisatory spirit, was also a rejection of the cerebral atonality then in vogue.
—William Robin, New Yorker, 26 Aug. 2025
The song, which was reminiscent of music from her Fearless era, also included some pointed football references as a nod to Kelce.
—Kelsie Gibson, People.com, 26 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pointed
Adjective
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Its flowers, however, are exceedingly unusual with their pyrotechnic, gold-tipped, purple stamens.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
22 Aug. 2025
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The ball went off his hands, and safety RJ Mickens caught the tipped pass for an interception.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
9 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Two Key Recommendations To update these guidelines, a committee of experts conducted a seven-month review of relevant hypertension research published since February 2015.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
29 Aug. 2025
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This included the integration of region-specific payment solutions, fulfillment workflows and customer behavior patterns, ensuring a locally relevant experience built on a globally consistent foundation.—
Gaurav Dixit,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Pulte referred the matter to Attorney General Pamela Bondi for investigation.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
29 Aug. 2025
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GardaWorld Federal Services referred the Herald to FDEM for any comments.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Rethinking foam design Traditionally, foam design has focused on maintaining a constant stress plateau, with iterations aimed at optimizing mechanical properties alone.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Sep. 2025
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The forecast takes into account employer measures aimed at reducing expenses, according to the firm, which surveyed more than 1,700 employers with 50 or more workers.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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There was a sharp spike in job cuts during August, new data shows, as employers shed staff due to a worsening economic picture.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Analysts Craig Moffett’s rating change follows a sharp rally for the tech giant.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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While that might not be directly applicable to the University of Florida or any other school looking into the option, the technology provides an easy means of sorting out those a governing figure doesn’t want in attendance, which is where Neves jumps back into the frame.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
31 Aug. 2025
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The deal is only applicable for sailings between October 3, 2025, and March 30, 2026, on the Disney Magic, Wonder, Dream, Fantasy, and Wish.—
Megan duBois,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The cast incudes Taylor-Johnson and James, two of the hottest young actors in the business, both of whom are often mentioned as candidates to fill James Bond’s tuxedo in the next 007 film.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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As mentioned above, 19 states link pharmacists' ability to independently provide COVID-19 vaccines to ACIP recommendations.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Chisholm also directed a lewd acronym at a user on X who criticized him for going after Walsh after the final out.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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After a noticeable drop in school attendance due to SEPTA cuts in the first week of the new school year, the city directed a portion of its $135 million transit subsidy to restore bus and trolley service on routes that are heavily used by students.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Pointed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pointed. Accessed 7 Sep. 2025.
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