POINTING Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

pointing

verb

present participle of point

as in referring

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as in aiming

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Verb

The comparisons between that movie and Elsinore, what with all the Hamlet being performed and poignantly referring back to our characters’ circumstances, have been impossible to ignore.

— Joe Reid, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
Nossaman also declined comment, referring questions to the rail authority.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of referring

Verb

Design for reliable drafts that require structured review rather than aiming for unedited perfection.

— Pat Williams, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Even after clinching the division likely this week, the Dodgers (91-59) will be playing for seeding, aiming for at least a first-round bye.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of aiming

Verb

He's become a fan of some of the city's top restaurants, mentioning Cosme, Milos, Mercado Little Spain and Casa Ora, renowned for its Venezuelan cuisine.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026
Massie also accused Hegseth of ignoring laws to minimize civilian casualties in Iran, specifically mentioning the bombing of a girls' school in Iran shortly after the war began.

— Caroline Linton, CBS News, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of mentioning

Verb

Targeting Inbound Migration And Job Growth Investors can leverage regional shifts by focusing on secondary and tertiary markets instead of massive metropolitan areas.

— Justin Donald, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Our methodology To find the best credit counseling services, CNBC Select reviewed more than a dozen top agencies, focusing on services, fees, reputation and transparency.

— Dan Avery, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of focusing

Verb

The proposal came as Brussels and Ottawa seek to deepen ties, signaling a significant shift in the EU, which had been lukewarm to Germany's proposal in May for granting an associate membership to Ukraine.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026
The pandemic, however, brought an influx of inventive young creatives who’ve now opened design studios, shops, and restaurants, signaling a new era for the region.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of signaling

Verb

Perhaps the biggest was that an HBO Max Reddit account was hijacked and began directing users to an app that was actually infostealer malware in disguise.

— Alan Henry, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026
When Sarah has more set up for Flour & Fern, there will be posts here directing you to where to find us for all of your future event and day-to-day needs!

— Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of directing

Verb

In last week’s win over Fannin County, McGraw — who is also a standout girls soccer player — was 6-for-6 on extra points and was 1-for-1 on field goals, nailing a 27-yard attempt.

— Caitlyn Stroh-Page, AJC.com, 11 Sep. 2026
Knowing how to apply lipstick is one of those essential beauty skills worth mastering, alongside nailing how to apply cream blush and perfecting your base.

— Emma-Jade Stoddart, Glamour, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of nailing

Verb

Philadelphia police continue to probe a home in the city's Olney neighborhood that is linked to at least five women who are presumed dead, with the investigation into their disappearances centering around a father-son duo who lived in the house.

— Jordan Freiman, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026
Instead of centering the drinks around alcohol, these events can serve coffee, matcha and energy drinks, with fruit, protein snacks and nonalcoholic options on the side.

— Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of centering

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