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as in tips
a piece of advice or useful information especially from an expert
the instructor gave me a few pointers but otherwise let me do the cooking by myself
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Recent Examples of pointers
Luke Kennard had a season-best 22 points and six 3-pointers off the bench in the Hawks' third straight win.
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CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
Toolson did everything for TCU, including making a season-high three 3-pointers, blocking shots on defense and crashing the glass with six rebounds.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Jan. 2026
At the other end, Brown hit two high-arcing first-quarter 3-pointers over Wembanyama’s outstretched arms.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 11 Jan. 2026
The Heat hardly were that on Saturday night, their deficit reaching 29, closing at 4 of 30 on 3-pointers, committing 19 turnovers.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2026
With Ontario Christian and Archbishop Mitty of San Jose dueling in a national showdown at Mater Dei at the same time, Esperanza and Troy combined for 20 3-pointers — 10 apiece — at the Matson Classic.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 11 Jan. 2026
Turner filled up the stat sheet with season highs in points (23) and 3-pointers (five), as well as eight rebounds and four steals.
—Eric Nehm, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2025
Jimmy Butler led the Warriors with 19 points, and Draymond Green made five 3-pointers and scored 17 points.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2025
Tiller, who made three straight 3-pointers amid a 12-0 spurt that gave KU its biggest lead of the game (10 points), did not score in the second half.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
CBS News, 12 Jan. 2026
Toolson did everything for TCU, including making a season-high three 3-pointers, blocking shots on defense and crashing the glass with six rebounds.
—Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Jan. 2026
At the other end, Brown hit two high-arcing first-quarter 3-pointers over Wembanyama’s outstretched arms.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 11 Jan. 2026
The Heat hardly were that on Saturday night, their deficit reaching 29, closing at 4 of 30 on 3-pointers, committing 19 turnovers.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 11 Jan. 2026
With Ontario Christian and Archbishop Mitty of San Jose dueling in a national showdown at Mater Dei at the same time, Esperanza and Troy combined for 20 3-pointers — 10 apiece — at the Matson Classic.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 11 Jan. 2026
Turner filled up the stat sheet with season highs in points (23) and 3-pointers (five), as well as eight rebounds and four steals.
—Eric Nehm, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2025
Jimmy Butler led the Warriors with 19 points, and Draymond Green made five 3-pointers and scored 17 points.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2025
Tiller, who made three straight 3-pointers amid a 12-0 spurt that gave KU its biggest lead of the game (10 points), did not score in the second half.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pointers
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The Department of Small Business Services has an 18% vacancy rate, resulting in fewer than half of the agency’s critical indicators being on track for success.—
Tom Grech,
New York Daily News,
10 Jan. 2026
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This week, some of those indicators have fallen, but the CDC says that does not necessarily mean the season has reached its peak.—
Deidre McPhillips,
CNN Money,
9 Jan. 2026
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Sign up for our free daily newsletter for the latest decor ideas, designer tips, and more!—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
12 Jan. 2026
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Read More TopicsLoeweGolden Globe Awards Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
11 Jan. 2026
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Go Easy on Evergreens In areas with severe winters, cold winds and sunshine pull moisture out of the needles of evergreens.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Jan. 2026
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Drug addicts with needles frequently openly camp in front of the hospital, and in early December a security guard suffered serious injuries in a stabbing on the BMC campus.—
Joe Battenfeld,
Boston Herald,
8 Jan. 2026
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Most of the complexes also include unusual amenities like on-site child care, smoking cessation classes, areas for on-site food cultivation, English classes, advice for job searches and help securing a high school diploma.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Jan. 2026
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As members of the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, the two often intertwined their faith into their advice.—
StyleCaster Editors,
StyleCaster,
6 Jan. 2026
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Exchange funds generally hold 80% of their assets in stocks and aim to mirror benchmark indexes like the S&P 500 or Russell 3000.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
9 Jan. 2026
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Since then, its stock has outpaced major indices, rising 57% last year to lift the group’s market value to €42 billion.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Pointers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pointers. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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