pointers

plural of pointer
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as in indicators
an arrow-shaped piece on a dial or scale for registering information the pointer on my bathroom scale must be stuck—I know I lost weight

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Noun
  • Despite its clear return on investment, recent indicators show that humanitarian funding for education has dropped for the first time in a decade.
    UNICEF USA, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • However, other indicators show inflation has been falling more recently.
    Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Mocha mousse tips, combined with a sheer or nude base, are the definition of minimalism with a modern twist.
    Sofía Esquivel, Glamour, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Implement these tips to build resilience, reduce stress, and secure a debt-free future.
    True Tamplin, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Winter doesn’t deny that some of the advice is truthful — falling asleep in a colder, darker room, for example, or engaging in a relaxing activity like reading before bed.
    Elise Devlin, New York Times, 19 June 2025
  • Going Above the Duty Call Johnson takes pride in the fact that its clients come to Windfall Advisors seeking not just financial advice but also emotional support during their life-changing period.
    Georgette Virgo, USA Today, 19 June 2025
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“Pointers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pointers. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.

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